Rwanda’s Rakimah 26, born as Ndoli Michel is known by his friends as Platini. He is a young upcoming artist who sings in three languages. Kinyarwanda,French and English.
He learnt the three languages while growing up in various countries. His music ranges from an infusion of Zouk, reggae and Rnb.
IGIHE.com conducted an exculsive interview with to determine the artist behind the personality of Rakimah.
“I have always liked playing the guitar ever since I was very young. I have grown up around artists who have greatly influenced me and nurtured my love for music.”
“I first started singing with Lion Dee, an artist and a good friend.Thanks to his help I have discovered and now promote my music”.
Rakimah told our reporter that his music is from the soul, but it won’t be considered soul music.
He says the essence of all his songs come from emotions and experiences that he goes through every day and all happenings around him. He wants his music to be a message and not just a song.
Rakimah hopes that in the future, Rwandans will start to really support local artists because music is as important in ones society as anything else, for it helps people connect and understand each other without need for conflict.
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