UgMuziki: You are dressed like a boy. What is the source of
your style?
UgMuziki: Well, first of all, who are you?
UgMuziki: Did anything ever get you kicked out of school?
Azawi: I was very well-behaved in school, and because I was
an academic, I stayed out of the spotlight. I also liked to sing, dance, and
act. I had goals and a bright future to build, so I didn't have time to waste.
Azawi: Putting Swangz Avenue together is so clear. People
put my name on my face, and I'm glad. Through Swangz, I've met a lot of big
brands and important people in the music business.
UgMuziki: Is there a diva in Uganda or elsewhere you'd like
to work with?
Azawi: Cindy, the king himself. She is a world-class artist
who works on her own. She can sing, dance, and write, among other things. In
this game, she's a real queen. If I could work with any outside artist, it
would be koffee.
UgMuziki: What is the meaning of the song Quinamino?
Azawi: The meaning of that song is that I really want to be
your Queen. You don't need to give much thought to the title. I just switched
the order of the words to make it different.
UgMuziki: What do you want your fans and supporters to know
about 2022?
Azawi: At first, not everyone will believe in you, but stay
focused and make goals. If you really want to reach a goal, you should stand in
the front so people can see you. Get a real company that can back and push your
projects, and don't forget to use your personality and actions to make magic.
Have the self-respect and confidence to stand out and do something. Just be who
you are. UgMuziki: You are dressed like a boy. What is the source of your
style?
Azawi: I've always put a lot of effort into looking good for
my interviews because some of them only happen once in a lifetime. That's why I
look fly for the PulseUg interview.
UgMuziki: Do you have any instrumental skills?
Azawi: "Yes, I'm really good at playing congers."
When I'm writing song lyrics, they give me a vibe and a sense of pervasiveness
that makes my music sound more African.
UgMuziki: Why did you choose music instead of sports or
something else?
Azawi: I think I'm good at what I do because I'm passionate
about it. I feel like I can only do music because I have so much talent. I
don't want to take a chance on other things like acting or sports.
UgMuziki: How would you describe the kind of artist you are?
Azawi: I think I'm a rare species with a unique personality.
I like things that are hard to guess and can't be predicted. Everyone has
always had to be different and have a good sound that people of all ages like,
and I am that kind of musician.
UgMuziki: What did you think of your first album?
Azawi: When I put out an EP, I was so excited for my first
album.
[EP]. I worked on this album, "African Music," for
more than a year and a half.
I was inspired to make this album because I am a pan-African
person and I love everything African because it represents us and sells us to
the rest of the world. The album is also influenced by African rhymes and has a
lot of content about African arts and music, nature, love and lifestyle, and
many other things.
UgMuziki: From your point of view, are there certain things
that every good artist needs to have?
Azawi: The most important things in music are discipline and
humility. Not being afraid of critics, because having some is better than none.
These things make you a better artist, but I think they come after talent.
How long have you been in the music business, UgMuziki?
Azawi: I started this when I was a senior in high school, so
it's been a good time. I have written songs for schools and for well-known
Ugandan artists.
UgMuziki: Have you written music for any famous Ugandan
artists?
Azawi: They are, indeed, there. I've written songs for Lydia
Jasmine, Nina Roz, and Pia Pounds, and I've also written songs with Kenzo. Even
though most of the songs aren't out yet. They saved the best songs for last
because they are good.
UgMuziki: Think back to when you were in high school. How
was your Prom date?
Azawi: I had no one to go to the prom with. I was, in fact,
the day's MC. I was so shy at that time that I couldn't even go on a date. Some
things at school were only for the top students, and I couldn't handle the
slaying.
What's the difference between the prom, the sosh, and the
leavers' party?
Azawi: To be honest, I went to schools that were not in the
city. I don't even know a lot about all of those things. I only know that they
are all parties and that food and drinks will be there.
UgMuziki: Do you secretly like one of the Ug artists?
Azawi: Yes, Maurice kirya. He is so cute and also very good
at things. If it would save his life, I would trade my kidney on any online
platform.
UgMuziki: Now that he's single, are you going to take your
shot?
Azawi: I don't know anything for sure, but let's see what
the future brings. First, let's make that music for now.
UgMuziki: Cindy or Sheebah?
Azawi: Cindy, it's the king himself.
UgMuziki: Well, first of all, who are you?
Azawi: My name is Zawedde Priscilla, and I'm 25 years old. I
got my bachelor's degree in business from Makerere University. Even though I
can take medicine for it, I hate my short temper. I love being on stage, and
live music from a band makes me feel whole. I like problems because they make
me think quickly and quickly.
UgMuziki: Did anything ever get you kicked out of school?
Azawi: I was very well-behaved in school, and because I was
an academic, I stayed out of the spotlight. I also liked to sing, dance, and
act. I had goals and a bright future to build, so I didn't have time to waste.
UgMuziki: If you had to choose, would you rather study
science or the arts?
Azawi: I'm not sure I really get how science studies work.
I'd rather be on the side of the arts because they are more about making
something. When things don't go well at school, you can easily keep yourself
busy with arts subjects like fine art, music, dance, drama, and making crafts.
UgMuziki: When it comes to music, have you had any problems
so far?
Azawi: Making music isn't cheap. If you put in a lot, you'll
get a lot back, and vice versa. People will always value good work, and when
you have money, everything is easy and set. Before I got signed, I couldn't put
out videos because I didn't have enough money, and I only wanted to put out
good projects.
UgMuziki: How does it feel to be signed by Swangz, one of
the best record companies?
Azawi: It's a dream come true, believe me. I can't even
explain how I feel, and I still can't believe it's happening. I can't thank God
enough for showing me where my life is going. As an artist, being under Swangz
is the best thing that has ever happened to me.
UgMuziki: What venue outside of Uganda would you love to
play at?
Azawi: I've always wanted to perform at the BET, Grammys,
Summer, and Reggae fests around the world.
UgMuziki: Who is your hero?
Azawi: My hero is my family. They have never given up on me
and have always been there for me. They are my biggest fans and biggest
backers.
UgMuziki: What is the best thing you've done so far?
Azawi: Putting Swangz Avenue together is so clear. People
put my name on my face, and I'm glad. Through Swangz, I've met a lot of big
brands and important people in the music business.
UgMuziki: Is there a diva in Uganda or elsewhere you'd like
to work with?
UgMuziki: What is the meaning of the song Quinamino?
Azawi: The meaning of that song is that I really want to be
your Queen. You don't need to give much thought to the title. I just switched
the order of the words to make it different.
UgMuziki: What do you want your fans and supporters to know about 2022?