Saturday, November 5, 2011

Unmasking Gospel Singer Alice Kamande

Unmasking Gospel Singer Alice Kamande

HOW OLD ARE YOU?

I am in my late 20s.

WHEN DID YOU GET YOUR FIRST BIG BREAK IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY?

In 2009 when I released my first song Wewe pekee.

YOU HAVE BEEN VERY QUIET. WHAT'S UP?

Not really. I have just kept away from too much media exposure but my songs are still playing everywhere. My song Sambaza is my most recent single and I thank God that it has been well received. I am working on a new album and a few videos.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT BEING A WOMAN?

I love the fact that I am fearfully and wonderfully made. As a woman, I am a fragile being yet strong enough to withstand a lot of pressure.

ARE YOU A FEMINIST OR A TRADITIONALIST?

Instead, I am a little bit of both. I believe women should get equal rights and opportunities just like men, but I am also a traditionalist when it comes to moral standards.

WHAT WAS YOUR BIGGEST INSECURITY GROWING UP?

When I was young, my sisters would always tease me because of my complexion. All my sisters are light skinned. I have since learnt that chocolate skin is equally beautiful.

WHAT DO YOU BELIEVE IS YOUR BEST QUALITY?

My love for God, I am allowed to boast about it. No one can take His place in my life.

WHAT IS YOUR MOST ANNOYING HABIT?

I can be very playful at times when I am full of energy.

YOU ALWAYS LOOK STUNNING, PLUS YOU HAVE A NICE FIGURE; WHAT IS YOUR SECRET?

Thank you for the compliments. I appreciate good health habits, like eating a well-balanced diet and I recently cut down on junk foods. I also drink lots of water and I exercise.

HOW DO YOU HANDLE THE PRESSURE OF BEING A PUBLIC FIGURE?

Being in the limelight is a huge challenge because you always feel like you are under a microscope. However, I keep in mind that I am a product of God's grace and I try to live responsibly because I represent the kingdom.

WHAT DO YOU DO FOR 'ME TIME'?

I love dancing, taking a walk while meditating, jogging and reading.

WHAT ONE THING DON'T A LOT OF PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT YOU?

I am shy.

WHAT WAS YOUR CHILDHOOD NICKNAME?

I had several in primary school. Guys used to call me 'artist' because I used to draw. In high school, my friends used to call me Kamash short form of Kamande.

IS IT HARDER TO DATE WHEN YOU ARE A FAMOUS GOSPEL ARTISTE?

Yes it is because a lot of people have big expectations of you and you can get a lot of scrutiny.

WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST PET PEEVE ABOUT THE MEN IN THE NAIROBI DATING SCENE?

Guys need to be a little more gentlemanly and treat women with respect. They also need to work hard and never rely on the woman financially. It is biblical that a man should be the provider. By the way, I do not mean all Nairobi men are like that, but just a few observations.

WHAT DO YOU KNOW NOW ABOUT DATING THAT YOU WISH SOMEONE HAD TOLD YOU WHEN YOU WERE YOUNGER?

Always give a man space to be himself, learn about a man individually and that they are not all the same.

APART FROM MUSIC, WHAT ARE YOUR OTHER TALENTS?

I am a dancer, I make jewellery plus I am a fashion designer.

WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN FIVE YEARS?

I totally rely on God in every step of my life, but I hope to grow bigger and better in music.

CREDIT: EVE WOMAN MAGAZINE


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