Vinka (musician)

"Sirubala” basically means "I do not count that day.” The song is about having that one person — if I don’t see them, I won’t count that day"

"My career is in a good space. I’m at that point where I don’t have to prove myself as much anymore. Before, I had to release song after song, and sometimes even good songs wouldn’t get much attention. Now, I don’t have to push as hard. The fan base has really grown, and I appreciate that. If you’re known in your country, the next step is to be known outside it. I want to be recognized across East Africa and globally — to spread my wings further."

"I'm very open. I love collaborations. And it doesn't matter which artist, regardless of whether they are new or established. I believe in good music. If the song is good, people are going to love it. I'd love to work with [Tanzanians] Zuchu and Diamond Platinumz. Bien from Kenya also."

"I really love dancing. It’s my first love. Honestly, I think it was a calling. After high school, I joined Swangz Avenue as an artist manager. Then one day, my boss said they wanted an energetic artist who could dance. I suggested scouting for one, but he looked at me and said, ‘No, you’re the artist.’ I thought he was joking!."

"Public abuse is not something easy to deal with. Starting out, people made me feel ugly"

"Have you ever felt like you are the ugliest person in the world and yet you are not?""

"They made me feel like I'm nothing and not talented yet again I'm not"

"Thankfully, the person I work with at Swangz Avenue had already briefed me of it however, you can be well prepared for everything"

"This gave me a personal lesson not to just make lamentations based on present events because things change with time"