In this era of ‘Star Home, Stay Safe’ we decided to reach out to Fast Rising Female Act with the energetic Music vibes Malyna. It was an awesome experience for us. Check on it below:
OfficialUniqueBlog: Malyna, please tell us more about yourself?
Malyna: Well, I’m an Independent Artiste, Songwriter, Performer, Sound engineer, Artiste Repertoire and Microbiologist. Music is my gift, I nurture it and I love being true to myself. I am agile, energetic and very rebellious.
OfficialUniqueBlog: What influence does the Advent of Covid-19 have on your Artistry?
Malyna: It’s been crazy for us all. I miss studio time, I miss being able to move around and I definitely miss Lagos. However, as weird as it might sound, it has also helped me a great deal. I have been able to work on my music, work on my body and most importantly “conserve my energy”. Before the pandemic, I was in Lagos and it was almost impossible for me to chill and reflect on my artistry. Right now, I have no choice because I have the whole day to research, learn and apply the lessons. On the other hand, I pray it all ends soon.
OfficialUniqueBlog: Do you have anything cooking for us?
Malyna: Heck yeah! I have a single coming soon. Its titled Call Me Now. It’s probably my first love song. Very awkward right? I mean with the amount of love songs out there, it freaks me out. I have sang about love but a different kind of love, like Love of humanity, Self love, any kind of except the Love of a Boy. I have done sex songs, breakup songs but never this kind of love. I’m very very excited because the song is as soft as a breeze, from the production to the lyrical content to the trance-like sound of Saxophone played by SegunSax. It’s a very beautiful song and I can’t wait to share it with yal. It’s going to be quite an experience.
OfficialUniqueBlog: So, basically you do all the promo and distribution yourself? being an independent Artiste?
Malyna: Yes, I’m fully independent and I’m loving it by the day. I have full creative control and that’s very fulfilling. The only thing I’m missing is a sponsor, a management, a distribution deal or any reliable source of funding. I have a team of people I work with, these are people that are quite talented at what they do. We support ourselves in creating content, we give advices and supervise projects for ourselves. I have grown considerably and learned a lot from mistakes. Now I know that my emotions towards the music is not as important as the business. I’ve also learned to work smarter and know what I’m worth.
OfficialUniqueBlog: What challenges have you faced In music generally?
Malyna: I think the toughest and most remarkable is “Over entitlement”. It’s so demeaning when people fail to see how hard you are trying to make things work, especially when they also get benefits from the results. I’m always very fair in my dealings, I just hate it when you bring sentiments to the table, instead of your talent or gift.
OfficialUniqueBlog: What are your achievements in music?
Malyna: My greatest achievements would be; the fact that I have being able to stay true to myself regardless of what the society expects of me. Being able to influence, support and inspire people. I have found myself the hard way, I took the long route but it’s worth it. My achievement is progress, growth and love. I have fought battles within and without, that have changed me both mentally and emotionally for the better. It’s unfortunate that some people don’t know there’s a battle to start with, they just want security.
OfficialUniqueBlog: Do you have Project we could listen to?
Malyna: Yes, my debut EP, Alter Ego. it’s on SoundCloud, Spotify and apple music. It’s available for streaming and download.
OfficialUniqueBlog: Are you in a relationship?
Malyna: That cracks me up. I promised myself not to answer this question anymore. What do you mean when you say ‘Are you in a relationship?’ Of course, I’m in all forms of relationships. I have a family, friends, I have people on my pay roll, I have people that have me on their pay roll and and so on.
OfficialUniqueBlog: Are you single or taken?
Malyna: hahahahahaha! You are smart..lol..Well I don’t believe in any relationship that requires me to sacrifice any part of myself to please another. And I don’t expect that kind of commitment from anyone. Does that answer your question?
OfficialUniqueBlog: What is the craziest thing a fan has said to you?
Malyna: I had just finished performing. This guy came at me and said “Excuse me, what is your drug of choice?” Hahahaha. I didn’t know what to say so I asked, “why?” Then he said “I would like to be on whatever it is that you are on, it’s cosmic.” I just laughed and gave him my Instagram handle.
OfficialUniqueBlog: Malyna, true true..Sup with all that energy? I’ve been meaning to ask you.
Malyna: Lol, it’s definitely not drugs. It’s God given. My mum is energetic too, definitely on another level. I believe I’m of service to humanity. Soon enough, I will be on tour all year long. I will be up and going, everyday. I have to have this kind of energy to be able to execute my message for the world. I can’t explain it, only God can.
OfficialUniqueBlog: Where do you see yourself in five years?
Malyna: I wish I had that gift, lol. I just go as the thread wind blows. I saw myself in many places years before, but where I am now is definitely better than all the visions I had..I’m getting equiped for a world takeover. That way, I will truly deserve it all.
OfficialUniqueBlog: Any words of encouragement to you fans out there?
Malyna: God is real, Love yourself, believe in your dreams and be persistent. Read as much as you can, drink water and don’t blame or overexert yourself on things that are out of your control.
To feature on this Platform call or whatsapp 08108549621