Give us a brief background on who Sheeba is
Sheebah: I was raised by a single mother of five children. I dropped out of school in Senior Two and left home to become a dancer at the age of 15. I joined The Obsessions in 2007 when Cleopatra left. I am now 8 years into my career as a solo artist.
What drives you to work harder?
Sheebah: Making me, my account, my mind, life and surroundings better. Motivating the people who come from the same background as mine and being powerful as a woman.
According to your social media handle. You’re a feminist. What’s your definition of feminism?
Sheebah: Feminism is equal mutual respect between women and men. It believes that women deserve the same benefits and respect as men. We should actually get better because we bring them into the world.
What do you wish could change about the way women are treated in the industry?
Sheebah: Women should change. They should stop fighting each other and realize that when we come together, it becomes magical.
How do you balance Sheebah the entertainer and Sheebah the person?
Sheeba: It comes naturally. When I am on stage, Sheeba the entertainer comes naturally and when am off stage Sheeba the person comes off naturally.
Where do you see yourself five years from now?
Sheebah: I don’t know how my music will sound but am sure it will be perfect. My hairline will be popular. And God willing, I will be with a baby girl.
You have grown into a strong woman. What advice do you have for all the ladies that aren’t comfortable in their own skin?
Sheebah: Know yourself. Do some soul searching. Nobody can bring you down if you know yourself. But grow through the situation. The experience is good.
It’s a countdown to your concert. Why did you choose Omwooyo?
Sheebah: Omwooyo means soul. I believe in soul-searching. I also want to break the norm of naming the concert after a popular song.
You once had a dream to be Beyonce’s queen dancer, if given a chance would you take up the opportunity?
Sheebah: Yes! I would leave my life here for a month and go dance for Beyonce. C’mon she’s still Beyonce.
What advice do you have for a 15-year-old teenage girl who looks up to you and follows your path?
If you have a chance to study, please study. I didn’t choose the path. I didn’t have school fees. We are different. We were not cut all cut from the same cloth. But life is about taking risks. If you don’t have the chance to study, follow your passion.
