Reggae/Dancehall artist Ce'Cile is internationally
known. She is a member of the Danger Zone camp.
Her new album "Worth It" is now available. The
album features guest appearances from Shaggy, Beenie Man,
and Trina.
Is this your first album?
Ce'Cile-It’s the
first album for this territory North American and the Caribbean
and the U.S.A. Physically they can sell it anywhere, technically
it’s the debut for the North America/Caribbean region.
I’ve had other albums released in other areas.
How would you describe your musical sound?
Ce'Cile-My music is
dance hall and reggae and it has a girl power kinda vibe.
I normally speak on behalf of females and everything.
It’s not pro feminine as much as girl power kinda
stuff. It’s totally all for the men, but with the
girl power kinda vibe.
How long have you been performing?
Ce'Cile-I had my first
hit in 2000 and I have been performing since then. With
Jamaican albums you can tour. It’s a hard audience
but you can perform anywhere. I tour everywhere and I
do my Europe tour every year and we just go somewhere
different every week. We perform in the states and the
Caribbean.
What can you tell me about your new album?
Ce'Cile-Ding Dong
has started a really big dance trend in dance hall and
its really running things. The first single is dancehall
and it features Beanie Man. The “Waiting” remix
features Shaggy. We have an older song that is a favorite
called “Hot Like That” which features Trina.
Do you work out a lot or do you get your exercise by dancing?
Ce'Cile-I don’t
dance a lot. I have dancers. Working out is something
that I do to not only look good but for a healthy way
of life. When I talk to all of my female friends I say
they should all be healthy and not just do it for a man
but try to lead a healthy lifestyle. I encourage all ladies
to work out and be fit.
What are your long term career goals?
Ce'Cile-I like producing
and long term I would like to produce more for other artists.
I can’t go anywhere and see a great performance and
not want to go on stage. Hopefully, I have the kind of
career where I can perform even when I’m 60. I love
entertainment, TV shows, radio, that’s my life. Long
term I would like to be performing and writing music.
Who are some artists that inspired
you growing up?
Ce'Cile-Shabba
Ranks and Super Cat. They are my favorites. In
high school I listened to Beanie Man and Lady
Saw. On the international scene I like Anita Baker,
Jill Scott, and Fiona Apple. I like people who
write music. Madonna is my idol.
Have you ever considered any
acting?
Ce'Cile-You
know I did one little movie called “Glory
to Glory Anna.” For me the process is kinda
long. For music it’s sometimes the same.
I’m not totally into acting but I would like
to do a comedy because I like to laugh.
Are you looking forward to the
album coming out?
Ce'Cile-I’m
looking forward to fans hearing it in totality
instead of singles here and there. My Caribbean
people have never had an album from me. You know
you want to go on tour and hear songs other people
know and fans can capture your essence more than
with 40 different singles that are not from one
story. I like it, I love the songs and I do know
my favorites so far. “No Disturb Sign,”
“Throw Back” which has a reggae vibe,
“Twice My Age,” I love that kinda vibe,
hopefully everyone gets it and can learn about
me and I can go and perform the album this fall.
Are you going to be performing in the United States
anytime soon?
Ce'Cile-Yeah.
I think I have a Memorial Weekend show in Miami.
The big one in New York is Irie Jamboree. I just
did Rock With Squeeze in Manhattan. Like I said
every year I tour Europe and in March I open for
Peter Fox. I want to leave summer open for the
U.S. My fans will see me soon.
Do you have a chance to promote your music on
Myspace?
Ce'Cile-Yes,
I have a Myspace profile and I’m also on
Facebook. I do check both of them myself. I have
my page CecileFlava.com as well.
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