LOCAL RnB and Hip Hop rising star, Cindy Lorreta Hlubi (known to her fans Lorreta), is all set to release her latest single on 16 May.
The Sydenham born muso has already achieved major strides in her career so far, having shared the stage with SA music stars the likes of Nasty C, Babes Wodomo, Zakes Bantwini, Siphokazi and others. Her latest offering titled Nobody sees her partnering with one of Nigeria’s hottest Reggae/dancehall exports, B’Clean. She’s also collaborated with local Kwaito newcomer, Sgananda Shezi.
Commenting on the inspiration behind the single, Lorreta said she had always been fascinated by reggae and dance hall music and felt the need to create a ‘feel good’ track of her own with elements she enjoyed.
“I enjoy making interesting musical blends and I wanted to share a piece of my world by showing the masses where I’m from by including the local ascents of Kwaito and Gqom.”
“To be honest, B’Clean’s role on this track was initially intended for Ghana’s dancehall Queen ‘AKsongstress’. When a trusted talented producer friend of mine, Captain Blu, introduced me to B’Clean’s music, I immediately knew he was the man to bring it all together. As for Sgananda, his raspy deep voice is one of a kind and I anticipate all the ladies falling in love. In thought, merging dancehall, R&B, Gqom and Kwaito together seemed like a wild idea and at some point even my producer thought I was crazy, but I had a vision and I was determined to pull it off. I soon found out that optimism and focus is contagious because the beat that my producer eventually created is the proof in the pudding, it is fire,” she said.
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The 28-year-old is determined to make her mark in the music industry in SA, Africa and abroad. She is an alumni of the University of KwaZulu-Natal with an Honours degree in Finance and Economics and a flourishing local textile manufacturing business.
”I’ve always believed that I was born to be great and furthermore, that the economies of time will eventually work in my favour, if I’m consistent in my beliefs, that build my character, that translate into actions/activities that will eventually impact the community. My start just happens to be in music. I would like to encourage all, especially women, out there by saying that whatever your dream may be, remember that optimism is the key. Many people have ambition and talent but optimism is the key that rewards your patience,” said Lorreta.
The single will be available on iTunes, Google Play, Deezer, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube from May 16.
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