On mentioning the name Meddy in today’s Rwanda, what rushes to many minds is ‘a talented singer’. With his perfect voice, song-writing skills and dance moves, Medard Ngabo aka Meddy has proved himself as the ‘undisputed king’ of local RnB. SundayMag’s EMMA PRINCE met the 20 year-old hit-maker and he had a lot to tell his fans, excerpts below:

Sunda Mag: Tell us something about you.

Meddy: I am Meddy from Rwanda. My friends say am cool and a little serious but sometimes funny.

SM: You have been silent since your return from South Africa, what’s up?

Meddy: These days, I am occupied with shooting videos for my songs and preparing the DVD (video) for my ‘Amayobera’ album launch show of last year.

SM: You have achieved a lot in music, so young and so fast. How do you play your cards?

Meddy: I take my time in writing the song and producing it. I try to do what is perfect to my ears and to a few friends of mine and wait for the response of the fans. That’s why I have a few songs, I guess.

SM: So what do you have in store for your fans this season?

Meddy: The launch show DVD I told you and the videos will be out really soon. I will also do more music plus complements.

SM: Who inspires you as a singer or dancer?

Meddy: Micheal Jackson was my man.

SM: Imagine you woke up one morning with that Micheal Jackson superstar status, what would you do?

Meddy: If I had that money and world, I would do charity; helping widows, orphans and also assisting fellow artists.

SM: How do you relax?

Meddy: I like chilling around my friends; perhaps out for fun or in club, though I don’t dance a lot. I also do some sports.

SM: Do you have a girlfriend? And if so, what is the name of that lucky one?

Meddy: No, I don’t have one.

SM: Who is the perfect woman, for you?

Meddy: I look at the personalities most of the time. I prefer a sweet, kind hearted and God fearing lady.

SM: What are those moments in your life that you don’t wish to forget?

Meddy: I have always said this; my ‘Amayobera’ album launch on December 24, 2009 made me so happy. I sometimes remember the day and feel like it was yesterday or am dreaming. I don’t think that I will forget it.

SM: What was it like, going to South Africa to sing?

Meddy: It was fun. I enjoyed the trip, got more friends, performed and got more fans.

SM: What is the biggest challenge being a celebrity?

Meddy: A celebrity is sometimes busier than comfortable, reply emails, fixing performances…. It also turns out a challenge to a man who loves some privacy.

SM: How is you relationship with other artists like The Ben, Tom Close and King James who pose as your style competitors?

Meddy: The three are in fact my best friends actually. I always try to be at good terms with all the artists, whether my competitors or not.
 
SM: What is the next stride you plan to take in the near future?

Meddy: I am writing English songs and I am now thinking of going international. Our music would have got beyond our borders if we had diversified languages.

SM: Does this have a thing to do with your recent visit to South Africa?

Meddy; Well, I made some contacts while in S.A which will help me in my music. I will go back for University this August which is like becoming part of their music.

SM: What’s your word to Rwandan artists, more beef?

Meddy: No, I don’t like beef.  I wish all artists were united. It would bring out something better. They should also cooperate with the media to bring more life in showbiz.

SM: What’s your say on the Rwandan society concerning local music?

Meddy: I am grateful to what Rwandans offer to our music. But I also think Rwandan enterpreneurs need to consider sponsoring artists more for further development of the industry.

SM: That’s it Meddy. Thanks for sharing your piece with the SundayMag.

Meddy: Thanks Prince, I am honoured.

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