Rap star Octopizzo confessed that he worked at a “mjengo” and at a “garage” as a casual worker for years before he got the capital to start his music.
The Swag hit-maker was fielding questions from his fans on various online platforms courtesy of Coke Studio Africa.
He confessed, “I was an electrician and I did it for 3 yrs and that’s where i got my capital to start my music.”
The Ivo Ivo rapper added that life has not always been rosy for him.
“Before starting rap, my dream was to be a clearer and forwarder at the port but [I] never had the college fees…So I ended up doing casual jobs, from mjengo, promotions, to garage then luckily I fell in love with music,” Octopizzo said, “My music journey has been tough but worthwhile, mtafutae hachoki akichoka hua amepata.
“I started from the bottom now I’m here, kufanya kazi kwa bidii, always staying hungry na kutake advices (sic) from everybody.”
He described himself as a “hip hop activist, entrepreneur and a go getter. Music wasn’t my dream it was my plan B and I thank God it worked out, and I don’t have a degree.”
On his projects the Kibera born star said, “I’ve worked with Rabbit on my track Bila Mic remix you can check it out on http://www.octopizzo.com”
Adding, “I’m working with 5 upcoming artists from Kakuma refugee camp . I support any hardworking person that knows what he wants and have a plan.”
Asked about his personal life, Octo responded, “I have been a dad since 2009. I love kids. I’ve been in the music industry for 4 years now naitwa Baba Tracy ama Baba Akinyi.”
And his mentors are “ 1. My mum 2. Kibera and 3. My daughters.
As a parting show, Octopizzo said, “My dream is never to be poor again, and I want others to follow my footsteps.”