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I find it difficult dealing with men because they underrate me –Tiwa Savage


Tiwa Savage, US-based Nigerian singer

Tiwa Savage is a Nigerian singer and songwriter, who has worked with some of the world’s biggest music stars across Europe and the United States of America. She speaks with CHUX OHAI

Why are you relocating from the US to Nigeria?

I am a singer and songwriter. Right now I am based in Hollywood, Los Angeles and I am relocating to Lagos, Nigeria, soon. I am a Nigerian and for me, this is home. I am most comfortable when I am around my people and I genuinely believe that African music is the future of music around the world.

Which music artistes have you worked with so far?

I started as a backup singer for many artistes. One of them is Mary J. Blige. Also I worked with Lemar. I have been on tour with artistes like George Michael and the Spice Girls. About a year and a half ago, I had a publishing deal with Sony and I have written songs for American Idols winner, Fantasia. I have written songs for Mary J. Blige and for Kat Deluna, featuring Akon.

Have you recorded any music album of your own?

Yes, but it wasn‘t really a full studio album. I have recorded singles.

How many single albums?

About four.

How long have you been in show business?

Professionally? About eight or nine years.

What were you doing before going into full time music?

I have always done music. I have a degree in Business Administration from the University of Kent. I worked briefly as a trainee accountant with a bank in London.

So, how did you end up in music?

I had always wanted to do music, but my parents encouraged me to get a degree in something else; just as a backup. I am actually very grateful for that because it is coming very handy these days, even in music.

How was it like growing up?

I was the only girl in my family. I have three wonderful older brothers. Growing up was great. As a young girl, I was protected by my parents, who were very supportive and encouraged me in what I wanted to do. When I moved to England, it was a little harder because I was teased and bullied a lot. I still had a strong Nigerian accent and I didn‘t look like the other kids. It was tough. The other kids were tough, but they made me even tougher in the end.

When exactly did your transition from the British society to the American society take place and how did it start? When did you decide to make a living out of music?

While I was on tour with Mary J. Blige, I met a musician called Keith Harris. He played drums for Black Eyed Peas and he also produced a few of their big hits. He believed in me. He told me that I needed to come to America. He told me to apply to Berklee College of Music. I did. But it was when I got signed on by Sony that I really started doing it full time and when I said this is what I wanted to do. That was two years ago.

How did you get in touch with Mary J. Blige and the others?

Mary J. Blige was a recommendation. When I was auditioned to sing in the background for George Michael and I got it, that was when somebody else said Mary J. Blige was coming to town and she needed singers and he recommended me for that gig. It was like a snowball effect. I did one show and they liked it. The calls and shows kept coming afterwards. When I moved to America, I started going from backup singing into song writing.

How would you describe the experience you had working for such big artistes?

It was a good experience because sometimes it looked rosy, but there was a lot of work involved. The experience showed me what it really takes to please your fans. It is tough, but it is rewarding.

How would you describe your kind of music?

I play all kinds of music, but I would describe myself essentially as an R & B singer.

Now that you are back to Nigeria, you are likely to face a tough competition on the music scene here. How prepared are you?

I have a professional training in music. I studied at the Berklee College of Music, which is the number one music school in the world, and I studied jazz. Also, I have a degree in Music Business. Apart from that, I have worked with different artistes who are world class artistes, such as Fantasia, Whitney Houston, and Chaka Khan. I have toured with Sting and several others. I have professional and academic experience.

When are you dropping your new album and what is the title?

I don‘t have a title for it yet because I am still working on it. I‘m still hoping to work with other musicians in Nigeria.

Are you collaborating with them?

Yes. But so far, I have only done one collaboration and it was with a guy called Leo Wonder. I‘m hoping to work with more people and I‘m hoping to drop my album sometime early next year. But it doesn‘t have a title yet.

Who do you plan to work with?

I am a huge fan of 9ice. I would like to work with him and of course, Tuface, Banky W, Don Jazzy. Also, I would like to work with a few more artistes like Omawumi because I think she has an incredible voice.

Would you sing or rap in your native Yoruba language?

My first single is titled Kele Kele in Yoruba and my second single, also in Yoruba, is called Ifewa Gbona. I speak fluent Yoruba.

What niche do you hope to carve for yourself as a female Nigerian music artiste?

I will be speaking straight to the female. I want to be a voice of young women. I think women have a lot to say.

What message do you want to pass on to them?

Sometimes, we go through ups and downs. Sometimes, we just want to be free, we want to run our companies, we don‘t want to be judged, and we want to be emotional.

So far, what challenges have you faced in your career?

I think the hardest thing I have come across is men sometimes not taking me seriously, and not knowing that I have a gift and this is a blessing from God. It‘s been a huge challenge for me to try and cut through that and just be strictly business-like. Also in America, there is a lot of competition. Every other girl sings, they are good and they look great. But, again with the grace of God, I was able to sign a contract with Sony. That was a big challenge. There was a time in America when I didn‘t have a place to stay, I didn‘t have money and I still had to sing. There were times when I missed home. None of my family was in America. I was the only one. Those were some of the challenges I faced.

Did such men ever harass you sexually?

No. I am pretty much a tough girl and I can definitely handle that. But you definitely meet men who want to take it there, being a female, and you have to make sure that you set the tone. You make it clear to them that what you want to do is simply music and there should be nothing in between that.

Would you describe yourself as a rich music artiste?

Absolutely, no! That‘s a misconception. Yes, I‘m signed on to Sony; I do publish songs and I do get royalty, but what people don‘t understand is that when you write a song it takes two years for you to get any payment. Before you even get that payment, Sony takes half.

For a prolific songwriter of your type, one would expect that you should be laughing all the way to the bank.

I make enough to survive.

Would you describe your career as rewarding so far?

Absolutely, yes!

Back in America, does piracy occur in high dimension as it happens in Nigeria?

Yes. The music industry in America has been suffering for many years now. There are websites where you can download music online and this is affecting music artistes all over the world. It is not just in Nigeria that records pirates are creating problems for the music industry. I think what is going on in Nigeria is a reflection of what‘s going on in the world.

Have you been a victim of piracy?

Yes, because I write songs and I get paid royalties and stuff. Music isn‘t selling as much as it used to in the past. Back in the days, everybody would buy a CD in America. But now, people buy CDs and somebody else will copy it or get the songs for you online. So, I won‘t get the money that I worked for. It‘s definitely affecting me. Financially, it‘s affecting songwriters, artistes, and producers.

How was your first single album, Kele Kele, received in America?

So far, it has been well received. It is getting a great response from girls because it is a song for women. It is a song that tells the story of a girl who doesn‘t want to indulge in a secret love affair. I am very happy that the message got across to them.

Being such a talented and attractive woman, you must be finding it difficult coping with your male admirers. What is your love life like?

I am in love with music. That is the only thing I care about for now.

Who is the lucky man in your life?

That is what I want to keep a mystery.



Story by CHUX OHAI

http://www.nigeriafilms.com/news/9015/37/i-find-it-difficult-dealing-with-men-because-they-.html

Coco Sachika @ The Sachika Runway Show

tiwa at elite model

lady gaga in bra and panties

http://necolebitchie.com/2010/09/14/lady-gaga-is-doing-the-absolute-most/

[b]BEYONCE’s EX-BOYFRIEND TELLS ALL …![/b]

According to NecoleBitchie.com, BEYONCE stated in an interview earlier this year with L.A. Confidential that she hadn’t had “any break-ups!” “

This is my first relationship” the sexy pop-singer said in reference to her relationship with Jay-z.

However, for over the past several years, people have been curious about rumors of Beyonce’s old boyfriend who is said to have inspired “Dangerously In Love.”

A chef out of Houston by the name of LYNDELL has somehow emerged over the last few weeks and is telling whatever he can (which isn’t much) about his relationship with Beyonce when she was a teen. He tells DC Rumours that if certain people weren’t involved, he and Beyonce would still be together….or at least friends. He’s also asked about whether they had a sexual relationship and if the rumors are true that she was pregnant.



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SG: Now, we have heard many rumors surrounding your relationship with Beyonce and Im hoping you can clear some of them up for us. Firstly, what are you doing with yourself at the moment?

LL: Well, I am currently still living in Houston and working as a Chef. I am extremely passionate about my job and I love what I do. I have a good family and good friends so I couldnt ask for anything more than that. Life is good!

SG: Glad to hear that. How did you meet Beyonce?

LL: We were very young in our teens. From the same area in Houston. We knew each other a long time. We were very close and very good friends. (silence)

SG: Ok, Define friends.

LL: (laughs) We would go out together, I would take her to the movies or we would eat out. Normal things teenage kids do. It was “puppy” love.

SG: So you were in love with Beyonce?

LL: Love is a strong word for a teenage relationship but we were very close and I cared ALOT about her. I still do.

SG: Are the rumours true that you got Beyonce pregnant and she had to have an abortion?

LL: You know, when I heard this rumour I was really upset by it. Unfortunately, at the time I was not able to speak on it and people were allowing the speculation to go around. Beyonce as far as I know did not have an abortion.

SG: So you and Beyonce did have a sexual relationship?

LL: No comment

SG: (laughs) Ok I think you answered that already. When you say you were not able to speak on things, what do you mean by that?

LL: I watched Destiny’s Child grow, I knew all the girls and I saw them progress. I was there when they got their first deal, when they rehearsed. I was a close member to the family even though some people didnt approve of me being there. The DC Empire looking back now was very cleverly orchestrated and every member of the team was under a microscope. Whether that was on a personal or working relationship. Anyone close to those girls, espeically Beyonce at that influencial time in her life was a threat. It was all about Focus, Focus, Focus. Apparently, boys don’t equal focus which I kind of understand.

SG: Who were some people?

LL: Im still not allowed to say. But trust me there was and still is.

SG: You sound slightly bitter about the situation.

LL: I am slightly. I am sure if other people do not get involved Beyonce and I would still probably be together. At least be in contact.

SG: So you dont speak to Beyonce anymore?

LL: No, we have not spoken in a long time. I see her family sometimes around Houston but it isn’t what it was.

SG: I get the feeling you were warned off.

LL: I dont really want to make any further comment on it.

SG: Ok. When you see Beyonce and how popular she has become how does it make you feel?

LL: Well obviously I am pleased for her. I think she has done amazingly well, just as much as the other girls. I knew LaTavia, LeToya and Kelly. They have all done so great. I wish them nothing but success. They are doing what they thrive off and so am I. I wish them nothing but good health and happiness.

SG: So you don’t look at Jay-Z and be like “Oh that could have been me”

LL: (laughs) Not at all. I am in a very happy place in my life.


http://www.datzhott.com/2009/09/22/beyonce’s-ex-boyfriend-tells-all/
http://necolebitchie.com/2009/09/22/beyonce-ex-boyfriend-speaks-onbeyonce/

Are you Scared of Human Beigns? Do you have problems trusting people?

Do women have to play the role of a fool to make a marriage work?



TV-Presenter. Ireti Doyle, answers this question in an interview.


Do women have to play the role of a fool to make a marriage work?

[size=25pt]In any human relationship, marriage, friendship, business at some point in time one person is going to be the more ignorant of the two. Whether it is the man or not, the truth is that one person will have to lay low for that relationship to work. It is relative to the couple, relative to any relationship. To me, I will say it is not playing the fool; I will rather say it is stooping to conquer.[/size]

What are the sacrifices one needs to make to make a marriage work?
I don’t know the realistic of the relationship that exist between other people, but as for me I will say respect, loyalty and compromise. Those are the three elements.

Don’t you think the thirst for independence among women is increasing divorce rates in recent times?

No, I don’t think so. Maybe people are getting married too young, maybe they don’t understand themselves, maybe they are not picking their partners wisely, maybe they are not being tolerant enough, maybe they are getting married for the wrong reasons. I don’t know. It is only someone that has confidence in him or herself that will find a free spirited and independent woman or man.


What do you think young people should look for before getting married?
They should discover who they are first.

Don’t you think that could take eternity?
At least, know yourself. If you don’t know yourself and you don’t know what you want for yourself how do you go about picking a partner for yourself? It’s about common sense. Understand yourself, understand what you want and then go get what you want.


http://www.nigeriafilms.com/news/5528/15/no-regrets-having-a-baby-17-ireti-doyle.html

What Is Your Take On Younger Men with Older Women?
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Genny's singing voice sounds like OMO-T's singing voice!

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MRbrownJAY:
@treylaw
as much as we understand that you may be TS number one fan, her family member or simply the gal herself,
are you ever objective/unbiased or is there nothing possibly negative about your idol?!
come on, get real!

No honey, i'm very objective.

montelik:
Wow another really fine Nigerian female singer just like Airis. Is she mixed?

No, she isn't. She's Yoruba. And Yes, you're right, she's fiiiiinnnnneeeee

[size=20pt]She did not do anything.The young girl is yet to shed her baby fat and moreover people change, even beauty wise, so give her a break! She DID NOT do any beauty enhancement![/size]

No. they aren't, They're perfect

[size=20pt]She's NOT bleaching, She lives in YANKEE, away from the Nigerian hot sun, that darkens your skin real fast! There is no much difference between this old pix and her new ones[/size]

Tiwa Savage at singer Omawunmi's Video Premiere at Swe Bar

I agree with her TO AN EXTENT . . . These days, guys expect women to play their female role(cooking, cleaning, e.t.c) and at the same time WORK . . . How do they expect women to respect them?

Another thing is that there are lazy blokes springing up everyday expecting women to SPEND on them . . . Think that's what whe meant . . .

Missy B:
"I broke up with him because he could not take care of my needs and I cannot see myself suffering or [size=25pt]spending for a guy[/size]. If you want to marry me, I think you should be able to take good care of me. You don't need to give me everything, you don't need to give me the world. I Just want little, like take this money, go and do your hair. Take this money, travel, take a flight and all that. You need to show some concern, show me that you are a man. Let me see and feel the man in the house. You don't have to tell me you are a man, you have to show it. So why do I have to keep suffering over a man who cannot take care of my needs? My ex is loving but he's not somebody that can take care of my needs and that's why I broke up with him." Actress Uche Iwuji tells Encomium mag when asked why she broke up with her ex

But is the investment worth all this money? Sorry, this is just unbelievable! How much will Globacom gain from all these money splashes?

Her husband's gene is soo strong almost all of them kids look nothing like her!

Omotola Jalade Ekeinde's Family

Omotola Jalade Ekeinde: A True Beauty!

Genevieve Nnaji: A True Beauty!

denzel2009:
Is he using tura?

Answer my question first, before i answer yours

Okay guys, this is just for fun. . . Here are pictures of Omotola's hussy. Who looks better with him, Genny or Omo-Sexy?
LOL . . .

I say Genny,