Tuface is too busy to feature in my song: Sotall cries out!

.You are known as Ajoda Sotall, is that your real name?

No, The name was derived from my Togolese name (Yhinegan) which means Great one

.How long have you been singing?

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Actually, I started singing when i was still a little boy (primary schl days) but officially, I’ve been hustling in the music industry for more than 10years.

.Do you have other businesses aside from music or are you a full time musician?

I am fully into Entertainment. I am a music producer, mixing, mastering engineer and cinematographer…

.Do you have an album yet?

Not yet, but I’m working on my EP

.Have you worked with other artists? If not, who are you planning to work with?

Yes, I have worked with Mayorkun of DMW before he got signed and I will still love to work with him in the nearest future also with Davido, Burna boy, Kizzdaniel, DJ Cuppy, 2baba and many more because I love all Nigerian artists.

.How is the life of an upcoming artists like in Nigeria, since you’re now based here?

Rough and tough, many distractions and discouragement but i love the game more, and I believe we will get there

.What are the challenges you’ve faced and still facing as an upcoming?

As we all know that Nigeria is hard, things are not easy here. Lack of sponsorship has always been the major challenge of many upcoming artist, so, I’m working hard on my songs and pushing them the little i can. Lack of sponsorship has always been our major challenge.What inspires you to write your love songs?
Ans; God’s creations,love and peace,life,badGovrnment,my mum.

.Any projects or plans against 2021?

Yes, I am currently working on my Extended Play(EP), watch out! its going to be a great one.

.What is stopping you from featuring Tuface Idibia in any of your tracks?

I think it’s the timing, 2baba is a very busy man. When i met Tuface sometime ago, I had plans of working with him, but he was not available because of his very busy schedule. I would really love to feature have in one of my songs, Tuface is one of my mentor.

.Was there a time in your life you regretted going into music and felt like quitting?

No. I can’t imagine myself doing anything apart from music or anything relating to it. Music is my pride and strength and will always be.

What motivates and encourages you to still press on?

First of all, i will say God and my love for music, encouragement and support from my lovely fans, friends and family home and abroad, I get motivated when people cheer and like my song, it makes me want to do more.

.How are you helping the society and the youths with your music?

Just like late baba Fela’s sayings, “Music is the weapon”, I’m trying to use my music to fight evil in the society, to bring unity, love and peace amongst my people, to teach the youth how to be courageous, strong, bold and focus no matter what, tomorrow will always be better than today.

.How are you able to cope with all the challenges facing Nigeria coupled with the Covid 19 pandemic?

It is sad, things are difficult but God knows better, and he has made plans for me being one out of His children.

.What advice do you have for the Youths in general, and young people aspiring to venture into music?

Nothing good comes easy, no matter what you’re going through, never give up on your dreams, be strong, focused and courageous, after the rain the sun will shine.