Bassline: Exclusive Interview with Melita
The worldwide Phenomenon
One of music’s highest paid girls gives us an insight into what life is like in the fast lane and the ironic thing is ...she can’t even sing a note!
Tuesday morning, 10am and our interviewer Lisa prepares
to meet Melita, the self professed “It Girl” of Tinseltown right
now. As she walks in we are expecting a stick-thin, plastic and
heavily made-up diva to walk in, but were utterly surprised
when the total opposite arrives at the studio. Wearing a comfy
hoodie, plain jeans and flip flops with minimal make-up, we
were all astonished when Melita walked in. Greeting staff on
arrival with hugs and kisses she is a far cry from her video
persona. After greeting Lisa and raving about how much she
loves London, Melita finally sits down and the interview
commences..
L: Hello Melita! It’s great to finally meet you.
M: Hi, It’s great to meet you too. I‘m so excited to be here and
to be in London. The last time I was here was for a video
with Snoop[Dogg] and I absolutely loved it.
L: Yes. Snopp Dogg, Jay Z, Britney,
Christina, Pharell, Lil’ Wayne. The amount
of high profile music videos that you have
featured in is endless.
M:(Laughs) Well, I have had the privilege of working
with many artists. I have been very lucky in my career
so far. At first I was really in awe when I got one big
job but now It’s become a regular thing.
L: We also hear that you are set to be in the “King of Pop” himself, Michael
Jackson’s next video! Is this true?
M:(Laughs) I haven’t even heard that rumour yet! (Laughs) But as far as I
know, nothing has been confirmed. It would be such a great honour though
to work with him, c’mon I mean he is the king of pop. He’s one of my
favourite artists of all time. If not the best.
L: It’s true you are very popular amongst the male musicians of the industry,
and have been handpicked for many of their videos. So has anything ever
happened romantically between yourself and any of them?
M: No. Never. When I am on set for a video it is strictly business and nothing
more. I’m constantly hearing rumours about me hooking up with the artists
I work with, but it’s not true at all. It’s like a guy and a girl cant hang out
together without it being something more than just that, hanging out.
L: But don’t you ever feel tempted? You must
admit some of these guys are very hot.
M: Well yes I must admit that some of them
are pretty hot (giggles), but when I’m on a job
its strictly business. You cant really afford to
have any kind of romance, it would just mess
everything up. Also, most of these rappers
and artists that I work with have wives or
long- term girlfriends. I’m no man thief! (Laughs)
L: That leads us to my next question. It is very
apparent that you have made a good living out
of this. So we must ask, how much have you
actually earned over the course of your
wholesome career so far?
M: Ooh, you cant ask me that (Laughs).
L: Not even an estimate?
M: Well, to be honest I don’t really know. I have
never actually counted it all. I’d have to speak to
my accountant. I’m sure its a good amount
though, for the amount of time and effort I’v put
into my job! (Laughs)
L: Ok, ok, we will let that one slide. Now tell us
about some of the advantages of being a top
MVG (Music Video Girl)?
M: Well there are a lot of privileges I must admit.
You get to travel the world, meet great new people,
make good money and even though it can be
hard work. It is fun.
L: Wow, your life sounds fantastic!
M:(Smiles) Well at the moment I really cannot
complain. Life is really good now and I’m living the
way I’ve always dreamt of. Right now I’m at the
stage where I just want to give back. That’s why
I’ve been working with many charities such as
Oxfam and The Cancer Trust.
L: We hear that you are looking to expand your
global domination even further.
M: Yes. Erm, I have quite a bit of business ventures
going on at the moment. I’m in the process of writing
a book, which I am very excited about. I also have a
line of lingerie coming out named “Sweet Candy”
and I will be starring in my own reality show for
E! Entertainment.
L: Wow, your one busy woman! Would you ever consider
actually becoming an artist yourself? Releasing a single
maybe?
M: Oh wow. Ironically I’ve never even thought about
that, even considering how I am so involved in the
industry. Wow (looks a bit puzzled) that’s a good
question (both laugh).
L: Have you got any other talents that
we do not know of?
M: Hmmm..well I can touch my toes
on the back of my head. If you’d call
that a talent!
L: Wow, that sounds interesting.
M:(Laughs) Trust me, It’s really not.
It’s actually kinda weird.
L: You have also been romantically
linked to basketball player Sirone
Fisher. Care to comment?
M: He’s one of the 50 guys I’m
supposedly dating! All I have to say
is that yes, I have met him and yes
we are friends. I don’t really like to
comment on my personal life. It’s
really better to keep stuff private,
especially when your in the public
eye all the time. I had to
learn that the hard way.
L: OK, fair enough. So how did you actually get
into the MVG scene to begin with?
M: Well its quite a boring story actually. I was
out grocery shopping in ‘Walmart’ to be precise;
and a model scout approached me and asked
if I would to come audition for him. I was a bit
hesitant at first because you know you hear
all these stories about all these creeps telling
girls ‘oh you could be a model’, and then like
bringing them back to their place and you
know being forceful and stuff. But I looked into
it and everything seemed rather legit and very
professional, so I went for it and that’s how I
got into the industry.
L: So finally, what advice would you give
to young women looking to break into the
industry?
M: Well firstly I would say that you need to
know a good amount about the industry and
how it works. That’s really important.
Next I would say, just keep focused and
work hard that’s all you can do really.
Have drive and a strong work ethic.
L: Well thank you for the interview
it’s been a pleasure meeting you.
M: Likewise, thank you for
having me. Its been really fun.
Melita is currently in the
process of releasing a
book entitled
“Life behind the music”
which will hit the shelves on the
24th May 2008.
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