Exclusive interview: Ricky Kej is back with his 3rd Grammy

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By Shashiprasad S M

February 12, 2023

In an exclusive interview with South First, Ricky Kej talks about his journey as a musician, the humanitarian services he takes up, and much more.

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“As an Independent musician from India, I used to feel like winning one Grammy was an unattainable dream. Now, I have three and it’s all still so surreal.”

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“It has been a long but fruitful journey. I am glad that I did not give up on my dream of becoming a professional musician.”

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“Music is a lifelong learning experience and I have never let genre boundaries define my music. I also keep in touch with the latest technology in music creation.”

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“I am glad that I believed in my abilities and continued to create music from the heart regardless of stiff resistance.”

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“Music and my love for our environment are the two main pillars of my life. The music that I create is an extension of my personality. Nature is my muse.”

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“I have been extremely fortunate to collaborate with my musical heroes. I always learn a lot with each collaboration.”

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“Music is a powerful universal language and has always played a role in evoking an emotional response and is also used to convey a larger message.”

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“I have created anthems for various causes, including many official songs for the United Nations and other global non-profit organisations like WWF, etc.” 

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“I am currently wrapping up the soundtrack for two films. I have a lot of live concert performances lined up. I also have a couple of other exciting projects in the pipeline.”

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“My first Hollywood film, MR-9, is a spy thriller and it will be released in a couple of months.”

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