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Vice Prez Perspective on Standard

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We are excited to share Vice Prez's new track "Standard"! Our goal at SongBlog is to highlight outstanding new music and give you a peek at the artist’s world behind the music. In this blog we get a chance to sit down with Vice Prez to learn all about the inspiration, concepts, and creative energy that it took to create and produce "Standard". We hope you enjoy and please feel free to ask Vice Prez anything!
Who are you and what do you do?
Answer:

I am Vice Prez from Nigeria, I am an Artist, Singer and Songwriter.

How does your background play into this song?
Answer:

From where I am from in Nigeria, We west africans are known for our cultural vibes and highlife moments, this song talks about the everyday vibes and highlife.

What is your earliest memory of listening to music?
Answer:

Listened to Michael Jackson of blessed memory 'THE LEGEND' his music is an inspiration to the world of pop as a genre and has influenced me positively and a couple more of our Artists who are recognised both Locally and Internationally like Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido and a couple of other old time singers.

At what moment in your life did you decide to become an artist / performer?
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I decided to be an Artist/performer at an early stage, I was a singer in church so that has also influenced me positively and made me believe this is what I can do for sure and I'm very convinced about it.

What genres does this release play into?
Answer:

This is an Afrobeat/Amapaiano song.

How has your sound and style evolved in the last 3 years?
Answer:

I remember back then when I was just mainly doing RnB but then I thought there could be a fusion of genres which gave birth to my new sound.

What themes do you explore throughout your music?
Answer:

Basically every theme that there is to explore.

If you could go on tour with any artist, who would it be and why?
Answer:

That would be Burna Boy because he has everything that every stage performer needs and is a good entertainer.

How would you describe your favorite artist's music to someone who has never heard them before?
Answer:

Hey, have you heard the latest song by Wizkid, if you haven't please do because I can assure you that you're missing on a whole new vibe and style.

How would you describe your music to someone who has never heard it before?
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I would say it's 'PHENOMENAL' it's a great vibe, it's a whole new feeling and culture.

If you could attend a performance by any artist, dead or alive, who would you choose and why?
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That would be Michael Jackson(MJ) because he has everything a musician needs and he is a stage god.

What is your favorite song you have made, and why?
Answer:

That would be 'GRACE' because that song talks about the passion and struggle of every musical artist.

If you could only listen to three artists for the rest of your life, who would you choose and why?
Answer:

That would be (MJ), Burna Boy, Wizkid and that's because they all have a unique kind of melody.

What does your dream performance look like?
Answer:

Shutting down a 100,000 capacity. And I know it's going to happen. Amen

Who is your dream artist or musician to collaborate with?
Answer:

That would be 'BECKY G' and 'BAD BUNNY' I equally love their music too.

What is the strangest place where you have discovered a new song?
Answer:

Dating App

What do you want people to feel when they listen to your music?
Answer:

I want them to feel the culture, the melody and the energy that exists around this culture.

What three words would you want your fanbase to use to describe you?
Answer:

'THE UNSTOPPABLE VIBES'

What is your favorite way of sharing your music?
Answer:

Through distribution platforms.

Do you practice? How has your practice changed over time?
Answer:

Yes I do, And I believe it has changed over time.

What is the most memorable response you've had to your work?
Answer:

'YOU'RE UNSTOPPABLE'

What is your definition of success as an artist? How do you measure this success?
Answer:

I think having a lot of people sing and vibe to my songs is a blessing.

How do you plan on being a game-changer within your genre?
Answer:

By being one of the best touring and performing artist.

What role do you believe the artist has in our society?
Answer:

The role of the Speaker.

Name a song that best represents success to you, and why?
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That would be 'CALM DOWN' by REMA because that song has been a global success.

What has been your scariest experience while pursuing music?
Answer:

Went on break and was so hard to get back on my feet musically but with persistency I did it.

What has been your most embarassing moment while pursuing music?
Answer:

Falling on stage.

If you could alter the music industry in any way, what would you change and why?
Answer:

I think it would be to make going viral as easy as possible because a lot is put into a song and art to come out successful.

What jobs have you done other than being an artist?
Answer:

As a graphical artist and producer.

How have your other passions reinforced your process of making music?
Answer:

It made me see that my musical career is as possible as every other thing that I have done.

Has being an artist made your life lonely? How do you counteract this?
Answer:

Yes but whenever I'm alone I just create.

How would you define having an artistic outlook on life?
Answer:

Interesting.

What is your favorite work of art?
Answer:

'STANDARD'

What is the most significant lesson you've learned through being an artist?
Answer:

Patience does it all.

Do you have one main reason driving you to continue making music?
Answer:

Just the passion for music.

What is your overarching goal as an artist?
Answer:

To be one of the best performing musical artist.

Do you have a distinct way of making music, how do you work?
Answer:

First I get my beat, then freestyle to the beat and then edit the wordings and then record the song and then to mixing and mastering.

Walk us through your music creation process, specifically for this song.
Answer:

This song was originally a freestyle but due to it's captivating hook, it was edited and recorded by a professional in the studio, then mixed and mastered by a professional engineer.

Walk us through your music creation process, specifically for this song.
Answer:

This song was originally a freestyle but due to it's captivating hook, it was edited and recorded by a professional in the studio, then mixed and mastered by a professional engineer.

Do you prefer working alone or collaborating with others? How does this influence your sound?
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It depends on the mood, and the settings, most times I'm alone and other times I'm with the crew and other artists but either way I'm making great music.

Do you have any particular methods that help you flush out your creativity while making music?
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Music is a spiritual feeling and I just create accordingly.

Do you have any particular methods that help you flush out your creativity while making music?
Answer:

Music is a spiritual feeling and I just create accordingly.

Which aspect of the writing, production and release process do you enjoy the most?
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It's the release process, because I don't beleieve in depriving my listeners with my art, they are the reason I make music too because without them I'm nothing.

How many beats do you produce per month?
Answer:

Three(3)

What production elements do you believe are necessary to making a great song?
Answer:

Authenticity.

What is the best advice you've received to improve the production quality of your music?
Answer:

Always work with professionals and try to improve on your vocal skills always.

What was the biggest drawback when producing this track?
Answer:

It was the shortage of power while the recording was going on and the file wasn't saved, Oh well.......

What is your favorite instrument to work with, and why?
Answer:

African drums and snares, For the culture.

Describe the fastest time in which you completed the writing and production process.
Answer:

That should be 36hours.

If you could choose anyone to produce one of your tracks, who would you choose and why?
Answer:

'MASTERKRAFT' He is unique and has everything everything a producer needs to make a great song.

Which production elements did you prioritize while working on this track? Is there anything you really wanted to stick out to listeners?
Answer:

The kicks, because it makes you want to move your body.

Which social media platform helps you the most as an artist to reach new listeners?
Answer:

That should be Spotify, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok.

How have you seen platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Youtube etc. influence the music industry today?
Answer:

It has greatly influenced the music game because this platforms has helped a lot of artists reached a more wider audience and fanbase.

When did you being using social media from an artist perspective?
Answer:

I have been using social media as an artist since 2016 and it has been a great tool for getting my music heard no doubt.

When did you being using social media from an artist perspective?
Answer:

I have been using social media as an artist since 2016 and it has been a great tool for getting my music heard no doubt.

What social media platform do you think your content performs best on?
Answer:

That would be Instagram and TikTok.

In what ways has social media worked for or against your career as an artist?
Answer:

It has helped my music reach a more wider audience.

What platform do you enjoy the most for posting as an artist, and why?
Answer:

Instagram and TikTok because more and more fans are available on those platforms and they have the power to break and emerging artist.

What is your favorite type of content to make and share online?
Answer:

Promotional contents.

If you could choose one of your songs to go viral, which one would it be and why?
Answer:

That would be 'Love Signs' because I gave my heart out on that song.

Has one of your songs ever gone viral? What was it like?
Answer:

No not yet but soon.

Do you enjoy posting your work online, why or why not?
Answer:

Yes I do because it gives me more leverage to go viral.

How do you stay up to date with new trends and/or platforms? Do you find this necessary to keep your music relevant?
Answer:

Yes it is very necessary to keep up to date because new trends help a lot.

What is your favorite type of music related content to watch or follow?
Answer:

Afrobeat/Amapiano contents.

Would you prefer being an artist and releasing music in the age before social media existed? If so, why?
Answer:

Yes because every age and era have their own pros and cons.

How have you utilized social media to discover new songs?
Answer:

Yes always.

What is your favorite music related trend that you have participated in?
Answer:

I don't always go with trends.

Do you believe social media is helping or hurting the role of the artist and their authenticity?
Answer:

I think it has helped a lot of artists to market their brand.

What is your favorite song you have discovered on social media?
Answer:

'CALM DOWN' Bby REMA

What drives you to continue writing music?
Answer:

This has been a passion and something that I have always loved and always wanted to do.

What inspired this song?
Answer:

The culture inspired this song, this is a vibe I would want my listeners and fans to feel and vibe to.

What goal were you trying to achieve while creating this song?
Answer:

It was solely for the culture, To greatly influence and represent the culture.

What goal were you trying to achieve while creating this song?
Answer:

It was solely for the culture, To greatly influence and represent the culture.

What artist or musician is your biggest influence?
Answer:

Michael Jackson(MJ)

Who is your biggest influence, that isn't an artist or musician?
Answer:

Elon Musk

Describe how a real-life situation has inspired one of your songs.
Answer:

My song 'Love Signs' is greatly influenced by my true found love, she came into my life and gave it a whole new feeling.

What do you believe are the elements that make up a great song?
Answer:

Production and Marketing.

What artist influences you the most sonically?
Answer:

Wizkid

What artist influences you the most lyrically?
Answer:

Burna Boy

What characteristics of your identity do you most commonly include in your music?
Answer:

I think it would be my visual identity, I like to keep everything simple and honest, because I understand that authenticity is everything.

In your opinion, what is the most difficult part of writing a new song?
Answer:

I think it would be getting the melody for the song, but I know for sure that when the flow is coming the melody of the song would be inevitable.

Would you consider your music an accurate reflection of who you are?
Answer:

Yes I would say and also I have a great skill of blending genres together and making the most out of every sound.

When you get stuck, where do you look for inspiration?
Answer:

I find inspiration around me everyday from my activities to my movements and all.

Do you have any personal superstitions that help you write a new song?
Answer:

It would not be a superstition per say but then I would say it is an inspiration and that helps me make better music.

Which one comes to you first, lyrics or music?
Answer:

Lyrics

In what moments do you feel most inspired?
Answer:

Mostly when I'm alone.

If you were to be remembered by one song you've created, which one would you choose and why?
Answer:

'GRACE' and that would be because that song talks about my hustle and what I have been through praying for more grace to go higher and come out stronger and better.

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