Since 2013, when he
embraced music fully and professionally, Miebim Dappa has not looked back.
Although, a medical student
at CATS College, Canterbury, United Kingdom, music however, remains his
first love and best companion.
This 17 year-old budding
talent, who just dropped the video of his wave-making single-Number One, is no
doubt poised to take over the music scene, both at home and globally.
In this chat, the gifted
crooner and emerging music star passionately spoke on how his sojourn in the
nation’s highly competitive music industry began.
In the words of the soft
spoken Afro Beat crooner, he actually started music with a friend in
2013.
“I didn’t see it as a big
thing then and thought it was only something for my friends to listen to and
enjoy. After a while though, I noticed a lot of people (family, friends, and
acquaintances) began to appreciate my music, thus the idea popped into my head:
Why not do this professionally and see how far it goes? And ever since, I have
not looked back”, he disclosed amid smiles.
On why he sings only Afro
Beat, Dappa stated that he opted for that genre of music, which was made
popular by the late music legend, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, because that’s what is
highly appreciated in Nigeria.
“Nigerians love Afro Beat
so much and I have decided to satisfy their yearnings with more of it. However,
I’ve also recorded a couple of songs. I just released a video for my latest
single, Number One. It was directed by Paul Gambit and the acceptance is
massive and encouraging so far. As for the next releases, we’ll just have to
wait and see. My message, drive, and determination all combine to stand me out
from the crowd”, posited the handsome entertainer.
Speaking further Dazzling
Dappa, who looks up to famous musicians such as Wizkid, Davido, Olamide,
Reekado Banks and a host of other young stars as role models, added that he is
already combining music with his medical studies without any stress or clash of
interest.
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“I intend achieving my
goals by setting my priorities right; simply by creating a balance
between my academics and my passion (music).”
The entertainer, who has
performed and thrilled music lovers at various events, including the DRB
concert among others, stated that his projections as an artiste are to ensure
his music is appreciated and spread far and wide, while showing his fans love.
On the issues of handling
his female fans and shunning drugs, the football loving singer said:
“I love my female fans,
mind you without them, there is no me; a big shout out to them! Sincerely
speaking, I Miebim Dappa hates drugs and won’t partake in such; it’s all about
discipline, family up-bringing and personal principles. Also, a big shout out
to my parents! Let’s just say it’s all God’s doing. It wasn’t easy gaining
their support, but with the help of my brother and aunt, and prayers, I was
able to gain their support. Also, I assured them that music won’t affect my
academics in any way, because for me, my academics is very important. So far, I
haven’t disappointed my family and I pray I don’t, God helping me.”
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