Artist to release new song speaks to drug abuse
Vocalist draws inspiration from her own pain in song about drugs and addiction.
![](https://images.caxton.co.za/wp-content/uploads/sites/28/2020/06/IMG-20200611-WA0006_48395.jpg)
Daveyton – Vocalist and rapper Nonhlanhla Matildah (19) is set to release a new song to raise awareness about drug abuse.
The song will be made available on all digital platforms from June 30.
The artist, who is popularly known as Barbie, is studying sound engineering at Gauteng City College in Braamfontein.
Also read:
PK promises more music for fans
“Last month I recorded a song called dadah, meaning drugs.
I was going through a tough time in my life, and at some point I thought maybe I should get high to numb the pain.
Luckily I was able to overcome my pain by channeling my frustrations into my music.
Recording this song was the beginning of my healing process and I hope it also heals someone else,” says Barbie.
Also read:
Artist overcomes sight barrier to paint
She explains how drugs have destroyed her family.
“My uncle was killed by my cousin who was a drug addict so I personally know how bad things can get when a person gets hooked.
I never want to disappoint my family by getting for example hooked on drugs, because it will open old wounds.
The song is to educate people and share my personal story with them,” she adds.
Follow us on:Â