Our Guest Blogger Uduak Otongaran had a wonderful time interviewing Birdie Brietling a British rapper who has just released a new album titled“Mess with me”. Here are the excerpts.
1 Tell me a little about yourself.
Ans: I am a hip hop artist; I have been rapping since 14 years and making mix-tapes. I’m from U.K
2. What inspires you?
Ans: I’m inspired by other musicians namely; Judakiss, Lloyd Banks, 50 Cents, Waka Flocka and many more artistes.
3. Talk a little about your style of music.
Ans: My music is about life, philosophies, friendships and society.
4. How do you feel about your music being used in grand theft auto?
Ans: My music wasn’t used in grand theft auto lol but I made a mix-tape called grand theft auto.
5. Have you ever done a tour in Africa?
Ans: Never done a tour in Africa.
6. In 10years from now what will you like to be remembered for?
Ans: I would like to be remembered for sending a message through my music.
7. How do you intend to promote your new album?
Ans: I intend to promote it through social media.
8. What do you think of the Nigerian music scene? Hollywood stars and A-list musician are working with our stars on different things.
Ans: Yeah, it is doing great. I like to see the genre become more popular internationally especially in the western part of the world.
9. Any advice for upcoming musicians?
Ans: Upcoming musicians should always try to listen to more music and music of other genres, believe in themselves, practice to improve on their craft, seek more knowledge and believe in themselves.