A GAMBLE by a local popular online content producer Nash TV
to give comedienne Felistas Murata Edwards, affectionately known as “Mai TT” by
her legion of fans, a slot to perform, paid unexpected dividends as she
delivered one of the best acts this lockdown has seen.
Mai Titi put up a scintillating well-choreographed and
energetic performance, resulting in her debut performance clinching more than
13 000 views.
Other renowned acts averaged around 8 000, despite having
more prominent discographies and making noise on social media with less action.
The act, which was choreographed by award-winning dancer
John Cole proved worthwhile that anything can happen under lockdown as it is
not necessarily the crowd that gives energy to the artist on stage.
Clad in white, popular trendy winter gear by designer Ric
Chasers, which matched her blonde hairstyle that saw some viewers in the
comment section describing her as the “Brenda Fassie” of Zimbabwe, Mai Titi
performed her songs, which include “Utange Neni,” “Kerekedhukeke”, “Conqueror,”
“Mungandidii”, and “Letting you go”.
She even performed “Dzoka Undinyebere,” which she dedicated
to her secret lover “Eddy” from social media whom she said had once send her
money and loved her so much.
In an interview with The Herald, Mai Titi observed that she
had been in the game for long, saying it was just that many people did not
know.
“I have been in the music sector since I was 18 years old,”
she said. “My music used to be played on local station, Power FM, but I later
got married and had to stop for a while to focus on my marriage. I later got
back in the arts sector, but this time ventured into comedy.”
Mai Titi insists her performance was not a fluke and is set
to launch an album soon.
“Music is my calling and I am going to be doing music
full-time. I have several songs some of which I have performed already. I get
inspired by anything that surrounds me, especially societal issues such as
heartbreaks, love and other social matters.
“You should expect more from me as it is about fireworks
and more wins. I will be hosting shows and tours very soon after this lockdown
and coronavirus pandemic is over.”
Asked who her role model was, Mai Titi said she loved
American rapper, songwriter, television personality, and actress Belcalis
Marlenis Almánzar, known professionally as Cardi B.
“I am inspired by Cardi B. I like her because she speaks
her mind and does not care about what people say. That is just who I am as
well, free spirit and goal getter.”
“Given a chance I would like to collaborate with Tocky
Vibes because I love his perseverance and lyrical content,” she said. Herald
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