Nakasi’s voice moves crowds

Jan 10, 2008

WITH her petit size, one would not imagine the young artiste is moving crowds to their knees with her music. Her soft poignant voice that pierces her listeners is a clear indication that Maggie Nakasi is a force to reckon with on the gospel music scene.<br>

By Maureen Nakatudde

WITH her petit size, one would not imagine the young artiste is moving crowds to their knees with her music. Her soft poignant voice that pierces her listeners is a clear indication that Maggie Nakasi is a force to reckon with on the gospel music scene.

The 22-year-old released her first album when she was a student at Makerere University in 2005. The album, Sibulirenago Ko Mikwano, was inspired by what Nakasi saw around her. “To avoid betrayal, it is better to tell your problems to God than to friends,” she says.

Her second album, Omukwano Gumpaludde was launched on October 14, 2007 and it saw a bigger gathering than the last one.

Nakasi’s music, which she writes herself, is embellished in a rich blend of soul, jazz and reggae, giving it a wide appeal.

She started singing in Senior One at Katende Secondary School, where she composed her first song with the encouragement of her fellowship leader, Susan Mukoba.

She then joined Buddo Secondary School, where she composed her second song Sibulirenga Ko Mikwano. This later became the title of her first album.

During her Senior Six vacation, Nakasi joined Wilson Bugembe and Fausia Kasozi, both accomplished gospel artists, as a backup singer.

A fresh graduate of Computer Science, Nakasi currently sings in the Tabernacle Choir of Kinatawaka and also moves around the country ministering. She also sings at weddings and other functions.

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