The Spectacular Demi Grace
Demi Grace is an accomplished Nigerian singer and model born in North London. She had spent a major part of her life in California, mostly the SF Bay Area. Luckily for me and my camera, she lives in New York now.
I accidentally met her at a bar in Bushwick. She was so spectacular in her laid-back, yet very stylish outfit and a glass of sparkling wine in her hand. Luckily, since I was going to a music event, I happened to have a camera on me. With her consent (very important!), I captured her on a few shots. They sucked. We stayed in touch though and when I found out she was performing in LA the same time when I was in the area, I couldn’t miss the opportunity. We meet at a bar, again. This time in Downtown LA. Please enjoy the fruits of my encounter with DEMI GRACE that night.
I had a great talk with Demi. We finished our sentences a couple of times, which was a nice surprise given that we were born and raised in such distant parts of the world. We had a woman-to-woman talk and I asked her three questions.
AsW: When did you make yourself proud the most?
DG: I made myself proud the most when I made the decision to stay in New York after my sisters left. I’m the youngest of three sisters and a lot of what I do is kind of a mirror of what they do. When I made the decision to stay, I felt like I was standing on my own two feet and really committing to finding out who I am. It’s probably the proudest moment I’ve had so far.
AsW: What do you appreciate other women for the most? Can you give an example of a person who embodies that?
DG: I appreciate other women for their confidence. That trait empowers them, make them shine. A woman whom I admire for her confidence the most is my mom. She maintains it no matter the situation. I hope I will have her level of confidence one day!
AsW: You have travelled a lot, you’ve visited various places and met a lot of women. In your opinion, what do we have in common the most as women, despite our different backgrounds or culture?
DG: What we have in common is that we all have a caring trait in us. I’ve noticed that no matter of the background, culture, religion… race or tribe, you know, all women have this trait in them that they need to care for someone else. I think that is why it is kind on an unspoken reason why women run the world, because we care for everybody. You think about a child that is lonely, they talk about their mother. You know, as women, we have this instinct in us no matter where we are from. Wherever I’ve travelled to, I’ve seen a woman caring for somebody else. That’s the most common thing that I’ve observed.
In September, Demi released her new single Hands Up, which is available on iTunes, Soundcloud, Spotify, Tidal, and wherever the hell you listen to your music, people! So tune in! You can also find her on Instagram @iamdemigrace.
PS.
Demi, I’ve never met your mom, but I’m pretty sure you’ve inherited a lot of her confidence. You are a great example of a powerful, inspiring woman who’s also a fun person to be around. I appreciate your time and belief in me. All the best!
with love, Anja
Unexpected, my favorite..
