JMG INTERVIEWS-LADY ALI MUSIC

1)Hi Lady Ali, how are you?

I’m doing well.
2)Where are you from and how long have you been doing music?

I’m from Annotto Bay st. Mary. And I’ve been doing music for over 12 years now.

3)Why have we not heard more from you?

In music, as a female it’s always a little harder getting your voice heard and consistency also plays a major part which I honestly lack, due to other career path I’ve taken on along the way.

4)What inspired you to voice your music?

The love I have for music and the peace It brings me.

5)Who are your role models in music?

Marcia Griffiths, Lady Saw, Beres Hammond, and Tanya Stephens.

6)Your new song,advocate for victims, what inspired it?

What inspired Advocate for victim is the widespread of domestic violence becoming the new norm and nothing is being done about it.
7) There has been a string of murders of Jamaican women , what is your opinion on that?

I think it’s senseless and I’m very heartbroken by how many people we’ve lost to domestic violence.

8)What do you think can curb domestic violence?

Victims of domestic violence gain the courage to come forward and speak on what they’re going through. Then authorities helping to make a change by taking the initiative to arrest and charge.

9)Do you think that enough is being done for victims of domestic violence in Jamaica?

No I don’t think anything is being done.

10)What would you say now to a woman who is in a situation where she is being abused?

The change begins with you, If you don’t speak, we don’t know. Seek help before it’s too late.

11) In your video a child is in the home where the domestic violence is taking place , in your opinion how does domestic violence affects the children?

Children are also victims, these things never go away no matter how old they are. It affects them academically, emotionally, and can also lead to self harm or suicide.

12) What would you say to a man that is an abuser of women?

Imagine that the woman you’re about to beat or kill is your mother or daughter. You’re weak to hit a woman, your strength should be for another man.

13)What is your opinion as to why men abuse women?

Women tends to have a lot to say sometimes. But honestly that’s all we have as women, words. And as we know the world we’re
living in today, some women practice having more than 1 partners, which a lot of our men cannot handle emotionally.

14)Sometimes people supporters of victims get frustrated because the victims remain in the abusive relationship, how do you think a supporter can employ empathy , support and lead the victim to safer ground ?

It begins with the victim wanting to get out of the situation. The supporter really cannot do anything unless the victim wants change for themselves. Every situation is different and should be dealt with accordingly.

15) In terms of career, what is your next move?

My next move is to release another video and do nonstop promoting and networking.

16) What do you think has stalled dancehall over the years?

The loss of the authenticity, the real dancehall sound.

17) What do you think about Afro-beats ?

I like Afro beats, it have a buzz.

18) Which dancehall artiste will be forever on your playlist?

Lady Saw, Tanya Stephens, and Kartel.

19)What has changed in the music over the years?

The type of music and technology.

20) Do you think its for the better or worse?

I think it’s for the worst, unless we all come together, fighting to bring it back. Including Dj’s, Artists, and Producers.

21) Do you think the Corona virus will have a positive or negative effect on dancehall?

I think it definitely have a negative effect on music in a whole.

22) What advice would you give your fans on how to prepare?

Food is always important than toilet paper so make sure to stock up on that and maintain social distancing, stay safe.