Phyno affected my career positively–RITA EDMOND

 

Out of the blue, Rita Edmond popped into the limelight after emails linking her romantically to rave-of-the-moment rapper, Phyno, sur­faced. Ever since, her world has not been the same. In this chat with NKECHI CHIMA, the singer opens up on how the experience has transformed her career. Excerpts:

How did you become a singer?

I have always had a passion for music. Despite the fact that I studied Industrial Chemistry, my vision in life has always been to become a singer and I have no regrets so far.

When exactly did you start your music career?

I have been singing from my childhood. Though, it might sound funny, talent knows no age barrier. It all started in my church. From the children’s choir I graduated to the adult choir. When I got into the university I started writing my own songs. After graduation in 2012, I recorded my first song entitled, Tick Talk and it came out fantastic; it enjoyed massive airplay nationwide. And I also recorded Crazy About You, which also made relative impact.

Have you released an album yet?

I haven’t released an album yet; it is still in progress. But I have released three offi­cial singles entitled, Tick Talk, Crazy About You, and Lovy Lovy, my latest single.

What is Lovy Lovy all about?

Lovy Lovy is a highlife love song; it is all about a girl’s state of mind in a relationship. Most people may assume the song was released due to the scandal between Phyno and myself because I mentioned him in the song, but it has little to do with it. Basically, it is a situation where a girl is in love with a guy but does not know how to express it.