Day 30 : Updated Interview

The girl who will soon be on your radar YEZZI sits back and lays out everything she has got to offer in the name of her fans. Come and join us as she spills all of her music secrets.

1. What was the first song you felt really touched by?

I can't exactly remember what it was, but it was most probably a Phil Collins song called "Another Day in Paradise". I deeply and truly love that song even up until today, the lyrics are out of this world and the message behind them is life changing, especially since in our day to day lives we take our blessings for granted.

2. What are your favourite genres of music? And why?
Hip Hop.  It just shows so much creativity in its style and passion for making music that no other genre does. Hip Hop is the best genre for me, I would be lost without it because Hip Hop has that flare and confidence that I aspire to achieve as I develop as an artist.
That would be nice as long as I'm put in a position where I still have control over my creativity. I would dislike if anyone tried to make me be something I'm not.

3. In terms of music, what songs are your guilty pleasures?

Any songs from a soundtrack from the Disney movies either "The Lion King" or "The Jungle Book". I know my fans wouldn’t expect me to listen to music like this because I’m a rap artist but that is why it truly is a GUILTY pleasure!

4. Who has inspired you to write some of your songs?

My ex's and my crushes have inspired me in the past, but also members of my family. Since I know everyone will be interested in the songs I wrote from my relationships, I will share this for you and my fans to celebrate my first interview. So “Too Fine” and “No More” are the songs I poured my experiences into, “Too Fine” is about a boy I liked for a really long time and “No More” is basically the rough ending of the unrequited love. Sounds sad but I’m just happy I was able to get a song out of it.

5. When you write lyrics, is there any special time or place you write?

I write them whenever a bar or song hook pops up in my head. That can be anywhere from the shower, to even when I'm at work. When it does I just type it on my phone or save it as a voice note so I know exactly how I want my song to be.

7. What do you have going in the near future?

I have my competition "Yezzir Freestyles" coming out where people pick their favourite song clip, and then the song with the most votes I'll release as a full song and make it an E.P. "Who.What.Where" will be coming out soon.

8. If you could steal any artist’s clothes, whose wardrobe would it be?

Out of everyone I would definitely have to choose Rhianna. Rhianna has some awesome style, she’s a true fashionista. For Rhianna it would have to be her style from her “Good Girl Gone Bad” era when she finally grabbed attention with her track Umbrella, I would also have to work that signature short haircut she rocked at the time.

9. What is your favourite album of all time?

The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill - By Lauryn Hill. I just feel like every song on the album is a masterpiece and it isn’t easy for me to be impressed to this level. I love Lauryn Hill she really inspired me throughout my childhood, perhaps I wouldn’t be where I am today if it wasn’t for her music.

10. Which do you prefer meaningful lyrics or fun lyrics?

I prefer meaningful lyrics because I feel it’s easy to connect to, especially on a deep and emotional level. But I do like fun lyrics also for example in the past I have written jingles and pop styled tracks for adverts and companies, it’s really exciting doing fun songs every once in a while.

11. What do you think of the British Rap scene?

I think there was a time when there wasn't one because people we were too caught up trying to copy the U.S rap scene, but now people are embracing being British more, it’s in a very good position right now and even the U.S rap scene are recognising the talent we have over here.

12. How do you produce your music? Do you do it all yourself?

Nope I don't do it all myself. I normally pick the beats that someone has previously made, then start writing my songs with a rap verse and a singing chorus then I would record it.

13. How would it feel for you to get signed to a major record label in the future?

14. If you could pick one word to describe yourself, what would it be and why?

"Growing”. I know that sounds weird but I believe I'm not the same person I was yesterday, everyday I believe I'm growing and my music is improving  and changing for the better.

15. How do you feel about the representation of female rap artists, in today’s industry?

I feel that female artists should only portray themselves how they really are and not just for the sake of attention seeking, because doing that only devalues other female rap artist’s music.

16. Who inspired you as an artist?

I'm inspired by Lauryn Hill, Snoop Dog, Biggies Smalls, 2pac, Kanye West, Drake, India Arie, Musiq Soul Child and Beyonce. I could go on forever if I wanted to, but with these artists in particular there’s a special element that each of these artists have that one day I hope I will achieve.

I hope you enjoyed our interview.

Show your support by opening iTunes and purchasing YEZZI’s latest single “Can Do” it's a purchase worth every penny.

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Ms Burne gave me feedback informing me that my interview doesn't flow naturally enough like a conversation, so I tried to incorporate that into my updated version however I believe it needs some work as some of the answers are too short, and not all the questions are needed as some are stronger than others.