Get To Know A Bit More About White Maskandi Star David ‘Qadasi’ Jenkins
Qadasi says he gets his inspiration from Mfaz'Omnyama & Phuze'khemisi
Get To Know A Bit More About White Maskandi Star David ‘Qadasi’ Jenkins. Considering the history of the black and white race, it came as a shock when second shock when David known as Qadasi following up Johnny Clegg practised his musical talent on a black dominated genre Maskandi and made best of it. Qadasi was born and raised in KwaZulu Natal but his music has taken from many places across the world.
BizCommunity had a chat with the star who opened up a bit more about himself. The questions below were asked by Martin Myers who had the privilege to sit with the unique Qadasi.
What does music mean to you?
I love the fact that it has the ability to invoke every type of emotion.
Your heroes?
My musical heroes are Phuzekhemisi, Johnny Clegg, Mfaz’ Omnyama, and Paul Simon.
Which living person do you admire most and why?
My 91-year-old grandfather who has had an incredibly interesting life travelling around South Africa and Zimbabwe as a missionary. He was part of some amazing organisations and spent much of his time helping those in need as well as being a loving and supportive member of our family.
What is your most treasured possession?
My late father’s banjo.
It’s your round, what are you drinking?
Appletiser – I’m not the most adventurous in the pub!
What makes you stand out?
My ability to speak fluent Zulu and my colourful patch pants (umblaselo), which my incredibly talented mother makes.
Nicknames?
Dawie and Qadasi, another Zulu word for umlungu or ‘white person’. This eventually became my stage name.
