Ghanaian artist Azizaa burst onto the music scene with her powerful message against the penetration of Western religion in Ghana with her song “Black Magic Woman.” The message was clear, driven, and Azizaa’s rhythmic moves matched perfectly. The video recorded for the song was just as powerful, and helps drive home that theme wonderfully.
Azizaa grew up between Ghana and the United States, specifically New York and New Jersey. The artist is able to fuse her traditional sounds with new, exciting rhythms. Taking nature as her guidance and her inspiration, Azizaa explains how making music is one her favorite creations. Never before have you seen such a combination of cultures and sounds.
Check out the full interview below with the “Magic Woman.”
The following is an interview we conducted with the Voodoo Queen herself:
What kinds of influences do you have that help you create your sound?
A: Problems. Situations. Life in general. And lock me up with Kuvie (my producer) in the studio and WE create.
What is your creative process when it comes to creating your music?
A: Mind control. Lol just kidding. Solitude baby. Thats how I create.
When and why did you start singing? Do you play any instruments?
A: Yes I play the traditional drums, xylophone and Ngoni a bit.
If you could collaborate with any artist, dead or alive, who would it be and why?
A: Prince. there isn’t an explanation for why.
Who is your biggest fashion influencer?
A: Biggest fashion influencer would be everything from nature….its all there.
What new music do you like to listen to?
A: New music is upon discoveries…when am SoundClouding or hanging with DJ friends.
What is one random fact you would want the music world to know about you?
A: A random fact…that am a real life Azizaa…Eka me blana Azizaa oo Azizaa enye ekator.
What are your plans? A tour? New music?
A: Definitely new music coming soon.
How big of an influence is your African heritage?
A: My African heritage, is ancient bloodline. my lineage is traced through the Ewe tribe, from the Dahomey kingdom. We claim mastery over African science & spirituality.
Do you consider yourself an African artist, or a world artist?
A: Neither. Am just an artist. Just a wild spirited artist. Tell me, is Beyonce considered a Texas artist or just simply an artist?
If you could impart one message through your music, what would it be?
A: Whatever they get from it….everyones perception is different. Whatever their free will generates.
How did you start your music career? Did you always love music?
A: Its a family thing…or maybe a tribal thing. But there’s always been music in our house hold.
What is it about music that you love?
A: What isn’t to love about music? Its the universal language I have been blessed to create.
