Kamille, a hitmaking machine who has written for stars such as Dua Lipa, Little Mix, Kylie, and Clean Bandit, shares funny and moving stories of working on X Factor, the unexpected influence of Shakespeare in rap battles with her sister, and talks candidly about her experiences as a black woman in the music industry and whether things have changed.
Southbank's undercroft shaped the guest's identity through introducing her to a tribe and various influences.
The guest's sense of home is represented by her husband and son, bringing her comfort and a desire to pass on her cultural roots.
Deep dives
The Importance of Southbank as a Formative Place
Southbank, specifically the undercroft where skateboarders gather, played a crucial role in shaping the guest's identity. It introduced them to a tribe, a subculture, and various influences such as music and fashion.
The Journey from Songwriter to Solo Artist
The guest has an impressive career as a singer, songwriter, and record producer. While she started as a songwriter for artists like Little Mix, Mabel, and Dua Lipa, she now focuses on her own solo career. Her talents have been recognized with a Grammy, a Brit Award, and a Mercury Prize nomination.
The Impact of Family and Home Life
The guest highlights the importance of her husband and son in representing her sense of home. They bring her a feeling of comfort and safety, regardless of the location. Becoming a mother has also deepened her connection to her Jamaican and Cuban heritages, fostering a desire to pass on the knowledge of her roots to her son.
The Power of Music and Cultural Identity
The guest expresses how Jamaican culture has influenced the world through its music, exemplified by artists like Bob Marley. She acknowledges the diversity within Jamaican music, from uplifting songs with powerful messages to the energetic and fun dancehall genre. Jamaican culture, with its vibrancy and humor, has played a significant role in shaping the guest's identity.
“I was crying at the side of the stage at the O2, watching her. I wanted to be her, I want people to know my name.’
Having written for stars such as Dua Lipa, Little Mix, Kylie, Clean Bandit, and many more, Kamille truly is a one-woman hitmaking machine.
With the songs that she’s worked on having amassed more than 6 billion streams on Spotify, Kamille has now turned her focus to her own solo career, and has released her debut album, K1.
She shares funny and moving stories of working on X Factor, the unexpected influence of Shakespeare in rap battles with her sister, and talks candidly about her experiences as black woman in the music industry and whether things have changed since she first set out.
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