Rita Time: I will never forget where I came from

During the Rita interview, she spoke proudly about her native Kosovo, which says she is more determined than ever to support her country with numerous campaigns.

She added that she receives her greatest inspiration from her mother and shows that she has a very close relationship with her family, transmits kp.

This introduction newspaper has dedicated a writing to Kosovo's history.

When Rita was a child, in 1991, her family left Kosovo its native country under the Balkan War. At the time, Kosovo was subject to Serbian authority. In 1998, conflict erupted between Serbian forces and independence guerrillas Albanokosovar. After a war that left more than 13,000 dead, the country achieved independence in 2008. With a population of 1.8 million people, Kosovo has the lowest GDP per capita in Europe. Rita was invited to a special concert for the 10th anniversary of Kosovo's independence in 2018. The “to get here took a long journey”, media artist” said, writes Colombian media.

Rita Ora's full interview for the newspaper “SHOCK”

Remember what the first album you bought was?

Oh, I think I'd have to ask my mom. I really liked R&B and pop music. I think it might have been Spice Girls.

Phoenix is your latest product. What does this say about your career?

It felt like the end of a chapter and the beginning of a new, exciting chapter. One of my most liberating feelings is to sing and create music. This album was a love job and it was important to do it my way. I appreciate the love and support of those who worked with me in the album and were allowed to create something that makes me proud.

Who do you want to cooperate with?

I'd like to cooperate with Rosalia, I think she's doing something amazing and I fell in love with her last Billboard Awards. I would also like to cooperate with Gwen Stefani, is another of my favorites.

Besides music, fashion is one of your great passions. How did you build your style?

As I recall, fashion has been an important part of my life and I think it will always be like this. Growing up I haven't had access to so many amazing stylists, so I created my appearance by combining new parts with cranes, strange pieces of designers, and some luxury. Here came the love to experiment with my style. For me, fashion is freedom and a way to express yourself. There are no rules that look very powerful.

How important is activism for your country?

It's the most important thing for me. I felt more than honored that I was chosen to represent U n NICEF. On my last trip to Kosovo, I saw firsthand the hard work that W NICEF does my job, and I am more determined than ever to use my position to support campaigns in my country.

Do you have any role models in your life?

My mother is the most inspiring and amazing person I know. The family has always been and will be the most important thing in my life. We've always been close and rely heavily on each other.

What are the best advice you've received in your career?

Many influential people I met along the way have given me valuable advice, and each one of them has made me what I am now. It's very important to be yourself and try to achieve everything you want.