Tell us about yourself?
I am Christopher Martin, born and raised 27 years ago in Kingstone, Jamaica. I grew up with my parents who were staunch Christians, that’s how I ended up in church.
How do you find Uganda so far?
The few people that have met have already showed me too much love; they love me and my music. Uganda as a place is so wonderful and I am trying to learn some Luganda words like Ekittibwa which I was told means respect.
Where do you come from and how did you get started?
I come from Kingston, Jamaica. I started music when I was still a child; I used to sing in the church choir of St Catherine chapel. I won singing competitions in Jamaica and that’s how I got my platform.
We’ve wanted to ask this question; was “Cheaters” song based on a true story?
Yes, Cheaters Prayer was based on a true story but it was not my experience, it was an experience faced by a good friend of mine. He used to be seduced by a girl at his work place yet he wanted to stay true and committed to his girlfriend.
Are you doing any collabos with any Ugandan musicians while here?
Why not? If I discover any artiste who has got a strong vibe, I would definitely go with him to studio and work with.
Have you listened to Ugandan Music or do you know of any artiste in Uganda?
I only know of one Ugandan artiste, his name keeps on getting off my head, he worked with Mr G. Ohh, Bobi Wine, if it wasn’t for Mr G sending me their song and video, I wouldn’t be knowing him.
Who and what inspires you musically?
Steve Wonders and Denis Brown inspire me a lot. My music is inspired by life events; I am inspired by the life, I went through with my parents as I was growing up, that’s where I drive my lyrics from.
Story has it that you broke up with Cecile? Why?
Yes, we broke up with Cecile but we are now just friends but we are not intimate. We have a wonderful 2 year baby girl called Christinia Martin. Cecile is a very wonderful woman.
You seem to have a soft heart for ladies? Is it because you grew up with both mother and father?
I just love the ladies, I love to sing for the ladies. I am looking forward to meeting the Ugandan women.
Are you done with your final year in college? You said you were a finance major? How do you balance books and music?
I finished school in 2010. I just don’t practice what I studied as a finance major. I just do my music, school is good because, God forbid, one day I can also wake up and I can’t sing anymore. I will then use my qualifications to earn a living.
How come you are a very strong Christian who’s still great at doing Reggae?
Because I am a Christian, doesn’t mean I should only be doing Christian songs. I love doing reggae and also I love God.
Finally, what should Ugandans expect from your concert?
Ugandans should expect energy, good vibe, wonderful entertainment, because I love the ladies, they should also come for the show. It is going to be massive.
Interview Credits: Ian Ortega, Steve Jean, Fenon Records and BigEyeUg Photography team.
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