Masia One wins three at VIMA music awards

So, it’s a been a while since we heard from Singapore rapper Masia One, but we finally received an email from her, and what happens?

She just goes out and wins top honours in three categories at the recent 2013 VIMA SE Asian Independent Music Awards, held in Kuala Lumpur last week. She bagged Best Hip-Hop Song (Warriors Tongue), Best Collaboration (for Errrybody ft. Pharrell Williams, The Game, Isis Salam & DJ Dopey) and the Thank You For Existing awards.

According to a VIMA statement: “Masia One has been a trailblazer and has been making waves of late with the stunning release of her album Bootleg Culture featuring collaborations from heavyweights such as Pharrell Williams and RZA. Masia One has taken Southeast Asia to a whole new level with a mixed bag of Hip-Hop, Pop, R&B and Dance.”

The rapper gave shout-outs to her fans on her blog (http://www.masiaone.com/blog): “It has been truly amazing experience to be a part of this event and I am so grateful for all the new musical friends I have made and the doors of opportunity that open from this recognition. Sending love to all the fans that took the time to vote and gave me encouragement on the road to the awards.”

She also acknowledge her late brother Ming, who passed away last year. “Finally, LOVE to my bro Ming Towers ... this one, two and three is for you. I’ll do my best to make you proud and let your legacy live on in the music and good vibes.”

Masia One was nominated in eight categories for her latest album, Bootleg Culture, produced by Grammy winning producer Che Vicious (Kanye West, 50 Cent, Lauryn Hill) and Travis von Cartier. Also featured on her album are RZA, Talib Kweli, Pharrell Williams and The Game.

(photo by Titian Songo Studio)