Expanding his creative palate
Rapper KK should be no stranger to you. Having been part of the industry's development, KK's impact is always felt - one way or another.
tjil got to interview rapper KK about his new music and his move to content creation, fashion and modelling. The rapper told tjil that it has been a busy year for him as he is working on completing his next album. This will be his fourth, and is a project he says will reflect his maturity and growth so he is striving to get it as close to perfection as possible.
Having been around for a while now, KK told tjil that his sound has evolved ever since bursting on the scene with the classic We Go Hard featuring Desmond. He said that he has grown and learned a lot over the years. “I've come a long way from the boy that shook and took the game by storm and once the album is out, the music will do all the talking.”
KK, real name Kadeen Kaoseb admits that a lot of artists get into music because it is cool, but with time they attach meaning to it. Asked what purpose he is making music for now, he mentioned that he wants to inspire, motivate and prove that music is more than just a good melody with some catchy words. He wants the less privileged children, the boy from the streets with just a dream, the girl that lost all hope and feels alone, to believe in themselves and feel strong enough to want to conquer the world. “And of course, take care of my family and leave behind a real legacy,” he added.
On venturing into film and acting, KK shared that his first acting role was in the local series Dreamers produced by Desert Films. He revealed that he has always had a love for film and when the opportunity presented itself he just couldn't let it pass. With the recent buzz the team created around this series, KK hopes Namibians will have a chance to see it on their television screens soon.
He explained that Dreamers is a drama based on the everyday lives of what's happening in Namibia. He detailed that it is very emotional but also accurate and realistic. “It's easily relatable and will be the best show to come out of this country,” said KK.
The rapper announced that he is also part of a feature film titled Hairabeb that was shot in January this year. “I don't have an exact release date but it should be out in the next two months or so. The official trailer is out on YouTube.”
Tapping into the modelling space, KK opened up to tjil and said that besides being a little chubby and short, he believes he is more than capable of being the face of any brand that should require his services. “I've worked on making sure I keep my brand and image very clean and professional,” he said.
His fashion sense is informed by his friend and rapper Cassidy Karon of Paradox. He is pointed out fashion designer Simeone Johannes and his Synedgy collections as another brand that influences and inspires his style. “I really like what Cassidy Karon has done with //Concept and I also think Synedgy stands out as one of the best in the country. Big ups to them,” said KK.
He maintains that he strives to be the best at anything he puts his mind to, so just like with music he also wants to dominate the new spaces he is occupying. He stressed that he is perfectionist thus his goal is to be remembered as one of the game-changers.
He thanked his fans for their patience and promised that it will be worth the wait. His next offering is ready and he emphasised that it is a masterpiece, adding that he is planning big things too, so stay tuned. “I am working on a few things to make sure KK becomes a household name both locally and across our borders,” said KK.
MICHAEL KAYUNDE
Having been around for a while now, KK told tjil that his sound has evolved ever since bursting on the scene with the classic We Go Hard featuring Desmond. He said that he has grown and learned a lot over the years. “I've come a long way from the boy that shook and took the game by storm and once the album is out, the music will do all the talking.”
KK, real name Kadeen Kaoseb admits that a lot of artists get into music because it is cool, but with time they attach meaning to it. Asked what purpose he is making music for now, he mentioned that he wants to inspire, motivate and prove that music is more than just a good melody with some catchy words. He wants the less privileged children, the boy from the streets with just a dream, the girl that lost all hope and feels alone, to believe in themselves and feel strong enough to want to conquer the world. “And of course, take care of my family and leave behind a real legacy,” he added.
On venturing into film and acting, KK shared that his first acting role was in the local series Dreamers produced by Desert Films. He revealed that he has always had a love for film and when the opportunity presented itself he just couldn't let it pass. With the recent buzz the team created around this series, KK hopes Namibians will have a chance to see it on their television screens soon.
He explained that Dreamers is a drama based on the everyday lives of what's happening in Namibia. He detailed that it is very emotional but also accurate and realistic. “It's easily relatable and will be the best show to come out of this country,” said KK.
The rapper announced that he is also part of a feature film titled Hairabeb that was shot in January this year. “I don't have an exact release date but it should be out in the next two months or so. The official trailer is out on YouTube.”
Tapping into the modelling space, KK opened up to tjil and said that besides being a little chubby and short, he believes he is more than capable of being the face of any brand that should require his services. “I've worked on making sure I keep my brand and image very clean and professional,” he said.
His fashion sense is informed by his friend and rapper Cassidy Karon of Paradox. He is pointed out fashion designer Simeone Johannes and his Synedgy collections as another brand that influences and inspires his style. “I really like what Cassidy Karon has done with //Concept and I also think Synedgy stands out as one of the best in the country. Big ups to them,” said KK.
He maintains that he strives to be the best at anything he puts his mind to, so just like with music he also wants to dominate the new spaces he is occupying. He stressed that he is perfectionist thus his goal is to be remembered as one of the game-changers.
He thanked his fans for their patience and promised that it will be worth the wait. His next offering is ready and he emphasised that it is a masterpiece, adding that he is planning big things too, so stay tuned. “I am working on a few things to make sure KK becomes a household name both locally and across our borders,” said KK.
MICHAEL KAYUNDE
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