"FLAVOR copied my song & sang it in another style" ABG

ABIGAIL JOSHUA, POPULARLY CALLED ABG, IS A FEMALE UP AND COMING NIGERIAN ARTISTE, WHO DOES SECULAR MUSIC BUT MAJORS IN AFRO HIP HOP. IN THIS EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW, THE SEXY DIVA WHO IS BASED IN LAGOS, SPEAKS TO TOP FLYERS MAGAZINE CREW ABOUT HER LOVE FOR MUSIC.

HOW DID YOU BEGIN YOUR MUSICAL CAREER?

For me, I was born to do music because I grew up to find myself loving it. Even when everybody else in the family was not in support of my career at the beginning, I kept on doing what I loved the most. I can categorically tell you they are in support today due to my success recorded

WHY ARE YOU INTERESTED IN MUSIC?

I think I'm not just interested in music; music is interested in me because music is life and I'm full of life.

WHAT ARE YOUR LIMITATIONS?

I do not have any limitation when it comes to music; I flow with all vibes.

HOW MANY SONGS DO YOU HAVE SO FAR?

I have recorded many songs and shot 3 videos. But I'm promoting one for now Titled; ‘My Sheri Koko’. Like i said earlier, I have recorded many songs that are up to an album or two, but as an upcoming star, you don't just put out an album just like that if not, those up there will steal your  idea because they are looking for a unique topic. I learnt my lesson when I dropped “SHERI KOKO VIDEO” not up to a month when FLAVOR, one of Nigeria’s famous artistes, copied my song & sang it in another style and featured P.SQUARE. Then, i was promoting my song on local TV stations only e.g., STV, TVC, GALAXY TV, LTV, when many people told me that Flavor has dropped  ‘SHERI KOKO’ but changed the topic to ‘sexy’ whatever, i don’t want to think about that right now. Honestly, i couldn't believe it until i saw the video myself on one of the stations. That is why for me, album is out of it till I hit stardom.

ARE YOU SIGNED TO ANY RECORD LABEL?

Not at all; I have my own label called ABG Entertainment.

WHAT MAKES YOU UNIQUE FROM OTHER ARTISTES?

 I am ABG. I am not a copycat. I do my thing my own way and that makes me unique

ANY CHALLENGES

Yes, but you know for me, that's the beauty of it. Being a female artist alone is a big challenge especially when you are not ready to dance to some people's tone. I don't want to go into details...

WHAT CAN YOU SAY ABOUT NIGERIA MUSIC INDUSTRY?

Nigeria music industry, Hmmm..! on point but there's always a room for improvement.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR UP-BRINGING?

Apart from ABG being an artist, I have a brand called ABG ENTERTAINMENT. We give platform for upcoming entertainers to showcase their talents twice a year and we normally bring in one or two stars to encourage them here in Lagos. Another one is coming up on November 2016. This time, we are giving out awards for upcoming entertainers and you can contact us for more details.

WHERE DO YOU HOPE TO SEE YOURSELF IN THE NEXT 5 YEARS?

I know some will say I'm seeing myself as the next Rihanna in Nigeria but for me, I have a bigger thought.

By God's grace, ABG is going to be one of the best artistes in d world. I am going to be me.  ABG as an artist and ABG ENTERTAINMENT are going to be one of the biggest brands in d next 5 years.

HOW DO YOU RELAX?

I love relaxing by the pool side after massage, with no one watching except God.

Whenever I am doing that, I love to take soft drink & listen to soft music to compliment.

WHAT ARE YOUR HOBBIES?

Designing clothes and i love swimming too.

WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO SAY ABOUT NIGERIA YOUTHS?

Nigerians youths are creative, smart and God fearing.

HOW CAN PEOPLE REACH YOU?

You can follow me on

IG- amabggirl

Twitter- amabggirl..

U can also like my fans page for more update-  www.facebook.com/abgfanspage

Or whatsapp/hotline 08059344834...

WORD OF NOTE FOR TOPFLYERS MAGAZINE

I want to use this opportunity to thank Top flyers magazine crew for supporting the entertainment industry to grow through its various platforms.  Your event, FACE of Top Flyers Beauty Pageant and Award is one of a kind.

Thank you for supporting ABG.