EXCLUSIVE- "MY REAL NAME HAS ALL THE SWAG I NEED" DUMEBI

 

     

        Meet Dumebi, one of Nigeria fast rising female up and coming artist who has devoted lots of her time and energy into perfecting her skills and talent,with a unique voice, different style and something fresh to offer. In her interview with our correspondent, the amazing singer open up some fact about her music, and how her mom has been the source of her inspiration.

Who is Dumebi?

Full name Dumebi Nwafor, young female from eastern Nigeria. Amazing singer, song-writter and performer.

Why do you go for your Real name? Why not something swaggad?

Ma real name has got all the swag I need. I love to be real and unique. That’s my style.

Hmmm, interesting. Now let's face the music professionally, how do you start?

Just like most artistes would say, I too started singing in the choir at age 8. I started writing my own songs as a teenager, Mom being a music teacher I got all the support and encouragement I needed. I tried several talent hunt shows like Nigerian Idols etc where I got up to top 80.. Then I decided to pursue my music career full time after graduating from the university in 2009.

Cool. 2009 till now, how can you describe the journey so far?

Its not been easy, but the passion keeps me going. My songs have received favorable reviews and enjoyed constant radio airplay and internet downloads. I am encouraged by the appreciation and love I receive from my fans, the TopnaijaMusic award I won in december 2012 is also a proof that I am growing stronger, that is why I challenge myself to do better.. Music lovers should watch out for me, I am just getting started.

I became one of your fan when I listen to SELENSE, what inspired you to drop that cool song?

Lol.. Aww.. Thanks dear... Selense ting na long story oo.. Back in the days my mom used to call me "selense baby" because of the way I do my things.. You know I take my time, put my own special style and swag.. So she used to tease me about it back then that it became a kind of nickname.. So when I wanted to drop a first single, I thought that would make a big bang.. Which it did.

Thanks to mom for SELENSE.

You can say that again oo..lol

      

As a beautiful female singer, how do cope with your fans on social network?

As for my fans.. The love I get from them is soo wonderful!.. We interract, I keep them updated on anything am upto and they show support all the time. A fan once did something dt overwhelmed me once.. I had a show last December "TVC splash" and there was this guy who had come all the way from Abuja to Lagos just to watch my performance. Well, I maintain a good relationship from them, I appreciate them all because without them I wouldn't have come this far.

In Nigeria, female artistes experience less attention, only few make the headline, are you bothered with this?

Not really, I think it seems females don't make as much waves because our Nigerian music industry is very male dominated, I believe that it doesn't matter whether you are male or female, if you are truely talented and you have the right push, you will make it and I will be one of the success stories, am working towards it already.

So recently, do you have any new song?

Yes, I dropped a song title "Kill me Die" some months ago that has been doing well.. But my latest job is a song titled "Sunset In Paradise" which is also the official movie soundtrack of a Nollywood movie currently trending in cinemas nationwide titled "Murder At Prime suites". The song will be dropping soon officially along with a music video, so guys, please watch out for Sunset In Paradise by Dumebi!

Cool, can't wait for that to drop.

Yes, soon enough keep your fingers crossed.

Alright, speaking about the life of celeb, going clubbing, from one show to another, what has stardom change about you?

Lol.. Its fun but it comes with its ups and downs.. People you have never met know and recognize you and its a good feeling. Showbiz requires a lot of time and commitment too because you have to work hard to be on top of your game and its challenging but rewarding. I am still the same person I have always been, when I eventually reach the height I am working towards, I will still remain my humble self.

Cool. Future now, where do you see yourself in 4years time?

I have a very huge dream for my music. In the future, I see myself becoming a household name, living legend in Nigerian music also recognized on the international music scene.. as a multiple award winner and an inspiration to young talents.

Amen to that!

Double Amen my brother!

Any dream collaboration?

There are several artistes I admire and would love to work with.. Lemme just name a few. 2face, Vtek, psquare, Dare, Omawumi, Flavour.. My dear, the list is long.. lol

Is Dumebi single or Married?

I am very single..

Do you have any record label deal?

Not yet, right now I am an independent, unsigned artiste.

How can your fans get you on social media?

They should like my facebook page www.facebook.com/dumebi.music . They can also follow me on twitter @dumebilea . I really enjoy connecting with them.

Any advice for the youths out there?

Stay in school, education is important.. Then be true to yourself, pursue your dreams and you can achieve anything to set your mind to.

Finally, you've been nominated preliminarily for GBAM Awards Female Act Of the year, and SELENSE for Song of the Year, how do you feel about this, and what are your expectations?

I am happy about being nominated because it shows that my work is being appreciated, my expectations are pretty high because I know winning this award would help push me to the next level and be another feather on my hat, am hoping on the votes of my fans who have had my back all these time and I know they wouldn't let their girl down.

Thanks you for your time

Appreciate it

By @BhighLOVE