When I decided to go solo, it made sense at the time to reinvent myself in every way, I wanted a name that was African and unique but at the same time relevant to me in some way. My manager, Jimmi, helped me come up with the name Efya.

I don't think I have any competition. What I think it is there is a big sky, God made a lot of stars and every night they all shine and that's what I believe.