
>> I have always wanted to know... Does the name Etana have a significant
>> meaning and if so what is it?
>>
>
> * the name Etana means the strong one in Swahili
>
>>
>> How did Etana get her start is the music Business?
>>
>
> * I was a back up singer for Richie Spice for the year of 2005.
> People started asking "who was the girl" all the time then management
> decided they wanted to make me into a solo artist. Took me some time but
> eventually I gave in and wrote my first two songs, wrong address and time.
>
>
>>
>> The first song I've ever heard from you was "Wrong Address" and I just
>> love. I also heard that it was based on a true story. Can you share a
>> little of that with us?
>>
>
> * My aunt applied for a job and was denied. I was on tour with Richie
> Spice in Miami so I stopped by my house. Decided to watch a movie called
> life and death about the system in Jamaica. In the middle of the movie my
> aunt called and told me she was denied a job she so desperately needed. Said
> on the way out she told the secretary "it nuh look like mi get the job"
> secretary asked her to see the application and told her next time not to use
> a garrison address on the application. Hurt me so much the lyrics came out
> with tears.
>
>
>>
>> I've seen you perform at ICM fest in Florida and Irie Jamboree in New
>> York. Your performances are always so heart felt and I can feel the energy
>> when you perform.
>> What is it like for you when you perform in front of thousands of people?
>>
>
> * Love performing or vibing with my people.
>
>>
>> Can you describe for us the differences between Etana the Artist and Etana
>> the everyday woman?
>>
>
> * I am the same wherever I go. When there is me time, I love read or chill
> with my son or relatives even my other half.
>
>>
>> How has family life changed since you have become Etana the international
>> Star?
>>
>> * Hard to find time the way I would like to but the work continues> thanks
> to the most high, my work is my play.
>
>
>> You have accomplished so much as an artist and have come a long way in a
>> short time, is there anything that you would change if you could?
>>
>
> * no because everything I have been through has made me who I am today,
> spiritually and all.
>
>>
>> I have observed that you are very involved in the community, and I read
>> somewhere that you plan on starting a Youth Driven Foundation. Can you
>> elaborate a little on that?
>>
>
> * yeah I do plan to start a youth driven foundation to help those who
> cannot afford higher education or even a trade.
>
>>
>> Your self titled album is wonderful and I absolutely love "Warriors Love"
>> amongst others, but what were some of the influences in writing the songs
>> on that album?
>>
>
> * real life experiences
>
>>
>> Are you currently doing a tour or planning one and if so, where will it be
>> taking you and how can your fans get more information about it?
>>
>
> * when all the tour dates are confirmed, they will be posted on myspace.
> The website etanathestrongone.com is still under construction.
>
>>
>> When can the fans expect the next Etana album?
>>
>
> * june to august of this year 2010.
>
>>
>> Who are some of the producers are artists that you will be working with on
>> your new album?
>>
>
> * im not sure which of the collaboration will make it on the album but some
> of the producers are; Kemar Mcgregger, Carl James, Relle, and Steven Stanley
> just to name a few.
>
>>
>> What advice can you give to anyone trying to get into the music industry?
>>
>
> * Believe in you first, know what you want to accomplish and don't
> expect an easy ride.
>
>>
>> Any last words for you fans?
>>
>
> * My words are never last cause music is life and life is music. I will
> say before i complete this interview though that one must love himself or
> herself for who they really are. Teach people how to treat you but being a
> living example and know everything is possible if you think it is.
>
>>
>
>> I have always wanted to know... Does the name Etana have a significant
>> meaning and if so what is it?
>>
>
> * the name Etana means the strong one in Swahili
>
>>
>> How did Etana get her start is the music Business?
>>
>
> * I was a back up singer for Richie Spice for the year of 2005.
> People started asking "who was the girl" all the time then management
> decided they wanted to make me into a solo artist. Took me some time but
> eventually I gave in and wrote my first two songs, wrong address and time.
>
>
>>
>> The first song I've ever heard from you was "Wrong Address" and I just
>> love. I also heard that it was based on a true story. Can you share a
>> little of that with us?
>>
>
> * My aunt applied for a job and was denied. I was on tour with Richie
> Spice in Miami so I stopped by my house. Decided to watch a movie called
> life and death about the system in Jamaica. In the middle of the movie my
> aunt called and told me she was denied a job she so desperately needed. Said
> on the way out she told the secretary "it nuh look like mi get the job"
> secretary asked her to see the application and told her next time not to use
> a garrison address on the application. Hurt me so much the lyrics came out
> with tears.
>
I've seen you perform at ICM fest in Florida and Irie Jamboree in New
>> York. Your performances are always so heart felt and I can feel the energy
>> when you perform. What is it like for you when you perform in front of thousands of people?
>>
>
> * Love performing or vibing with my people.
>
>>
>> Can you describe for us the differences between Etana the Artist and Etana
>> the everyday woman?
>>
>
> * I am the same wherever I go. When there is me time, I love read or chill
> with my son or relatives even my other half.
>
>>
>> How has family life changed since you have become Etana the international
>> Star?
>>
>> * Hard to find time the way I would like to but the work continues> thanks
> to the most high, my work is my play.
>
>
>> You have accomplished so much as an artist and have come a long way in a
>> short time, is there anything that you would change if you could?
>>
>
> * no because everything I have been through has made me who I am today,
> spiritually and all.
>
>>
>> I have observed that you are very involved in the community, and I read
>> somewhere that you plan on starting a Youth Driven Foundation. Can you
>> elaborate a little on that?
>>
>
> * yeah I do plan to start a youth driven foundation to help those who
> cannot afford higher education or even a trade.
>
>>
>> Your self titled album is wonderful and I absolutely love "Warriors Love"
>> amongst others, but what were some of the influences in writing the songs
>> on that album?
>>
>
> * real life experiences
>
>>
>> Are you currently doing a tour or planning one and if so, where will it be
>> taking you and how can your fans get more information about it?
>>
>
> * when all the tour dates are confirmed, they will be posted on myspace.
> The website etanathestrongone.com is still under construction.
>
>>
>> When can the fans expect the next Etana album?
>>
>
> * june to august of this year 2010.
>
>>
>> Who are some of the producers are artists that you will be working with on
>> your new album?
>>
>
> * im not sure which of the collaboration will make it on the album but some
> of the producers are; Kemar Mcgregger, Carl James, Relle, and Steven Stanley
> just to name a few.
>
>>
>> What advice can you give to anyone trying to get into the music industry?
>>
>
> * Believe in you first, know what you want to accomplish and don't
> expect an easy ride.
>
>>
>> Any last words for you fans?
>>
>
> * My words are never last cause music is life and life is music. I will
> say before i complete this interview though that one must love himself or
> herself for who they really are. Teach people how to treat you but being a
> living example and know everything is possible if you think it is.
>
>>
>> I am truly thankful that you took time from your busy schedule to answer a
>> few questions for me. You are the best . I wish I could be at Sting to see
>> you mash up di place..lol
>>
>> Love, Light & Blessings Queen,
>>
>> Nyah.
>>