We spoke to Reggae and Dancehall marvel Yung Saber, who released his latest hit ‘M15/NORMAL’ on October 17th via YUNG SABER MUSIC. The South Londoner has crafted an illustrious career in and outside of music as an actor, model and freelance A&R. ‘M15/NORMAL’ is an ingenious fusion of Amapiano and Dancehall, produced by highly acclaimed UK producer Zed Bias and features the inimitable Dancehall stalwart Chi Ching Ching. In the interview, we chat to Yung Saber about his musical roots, how he stays focussed on his vision and what he’s got in the pipeline.
Stream Yung Saber x Chi Ching Ching – ‘M15/NORMAL’ while reading the interview:
1. Tell us about you, how long have you been making music? What inspired you to start?
I’ve been making music for 20 years now and what inspired me to make music was my musical household Mum being a DJ My older brother being a Household MC plus Uncles and cousins running systems so yeah, One Way the other I was leaning towards Music
2. The music industry is super competitive these days, was there a moment in your life that you wanted to give up on music? How did you manage to stay focused and achieve what you want?
I think as a creative there’s always a time when we want to give up, but I believe if you have the tools to motivate you then in your head you shall Vision The finish line winner’s don’t quit.
3. How would you describe your creative processes? Are the music and lyrics written in conjunction, or separately?
My creative process is a bit different Most people find the instrumental then pick up a pen and paper But my process is finding the instrument And literally recording straight away so I don’t write lyrics Whatever comes to my head, I put down and then structure the verse after.
4. Where did the inspiration come from?
My main inspiration is my kids and God.
5. What’s next for you?
I’ve got a load of work coming up. I can’t really say too much, but what I can tell you is I’ve got a big banger coming with Sigma.