Sasha Brighton is a singer with Da Nu Eagles Band. She has released hits like ‘So Lucky’, ‘Amaalo’, ‘Kambiite’ and many others. She spoke to Monday Times about her life and music.
MT: When did you release your first song?
Sasha Brighton: In July 2014
MT: What was the title of the song?
Sasha Brighton: Sweet Sweet
MT: What was the song about?
Sasha Brighton: It was about love. Like you call someone sweet or honey, or darling. I hope you get me.
MT: Who wrote the song and who produced it?
Sasha Brighton: Geoffrey Lutaaya wrote it and Isma Pro produced it.
MT: So how did you decide to become a musician?
Sasha Brighton: I loved music since my childhood. I used to mime songs and dance. I wished to become an artiste someday.
MT: Is there any musician you liked when you were young who you wanted to be like?
Sasha Brighton: Yes. I really liked Bebe Cool. In fact some people thought I was in Gagamel.
MT: Tell us a bit about your family. Who are your parents?
Sasha Brighton: My mother is called Aisha Kiyingi from Luweero Wobulenzi.I would rather not talk about my father.
MT: How many children are you in the family?
Sasha Brighton: We were eight the last born passed away in 2013 on 30th December. Now we are seven.I am the first born. My little sisters also sing.
MT: Where did you go to school?
Sasha Brighton: For Primary School I went to Wobulenzi Parents School.For Secondary School I went to Mulusa Academy Wobulenzi. Then I ended at Kyambogo
MT: Did you sing when you were at school?
Sasha Brighton: Yes I used to be a Soloist
MT: So how did you join Da Nu Eagles?
Sasha Brighton: Through auditions. I went through and became a member of the group
MT: How do you find life as a professional musician now?
Sasha Brighton: It is not so hard.
MT: What challenges do you face as a musician?
Sasha Brighton: Well the higher you go, the more money you need to promote your music because everyone thinks you made it and so you have a lot more money. The media is very judgmental. They compare you with others, they compare you with your previous songs. So there are certainly some issues.
MT: What have you gained most from music?
Sasha Brighton: Friends. I have so many friends that I would not have if it were not for music.
MT: Are you married or in a relationship?
Sasha Brighton: I would really want to but time cannot allow. I am so busy going up country doing this and that. It is not easy to be in a relationship or marriage in my situation. But at the right time I will settle.
MT: Any words for your fans
Sasha Brighton: More music is coming, I thank them for their support.
