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14th March 2009, 09:56 AM
PaisleyPark9: Nikka is here
PaisleyPark9: first person
PaisleyPark9: klaatu?
klaatu: Hi Nikka, hope you are fine. How would you define your musical evolution since On My Own? Peace to you...
NIKKA: VAST
NIKKA: anything u do as a kid is super influenced by ur parents
NIKKA: ur art helps reveal urself 2 u
ednique: Tell me how you and prince got together
NIKKA: someone told us 2 log on2 his website...
NIKKA: cuz it said come 2 the park and play with us....
NIKKA: so then we got in touch...
NIKKA: and he invited us 2 the Celebration
wyldechild: Hello Nikka - have u experienced any discrimination being a woman trying to make it in the music biz ?
NIKKA: only kind of with people assuming...
NIKKA: that eye'm not going 2 b as good...
NIKKA: or rock as hard as the next guy...
NIKKA: but it's never gotten 2 me...
NIKKA: eye don't let it in
ohsosexyshanea: hey girl... do you really think you would have received as much attention if you had not been affiliated with Prince? And what is your normal response to those that really wanna know about him instead of you
NIKKA: eye don't think people immediately correlate me and Prince...
NIKKA: eye don't think people look in2 it that hard....
NIKKA: it would b different if he had signed me or something like that
lady: with whom would you like to work with in the future?
NIKKA: eye have this goal 2 get a legend...
NIKKA: on each of my records...
NIKKA: eye had Billy Preston on my last record...
NIKKA: eye would love 2 work with Sly Stone...
NIKKA: or Stevie Wonder on drums
poletto: Hi Nikka i remember u from Sanremo festival here in Italy singing On My Own with your dad,it was a real surprise 2 me when i had listen 2 your new projects in music...a new Nikka Costa in a Funky World!! Most of i appreciate that u r "working" with Prince...the question is: when we will be able 2 see u again in Italy? U know Prince was here in Milan last year after 12 years, but u left Italy a long time ago 2!
NIKKA: eye came there 2 promote the last record....
NIKKA: but eye was not able 2 spend much time there...
NIKKA: so when eye am promoting this new record eye will definitely be going over there
MarcoKohler: Are there any pans to play in Switzerland a concert, or did you ever? I'll thank U also for your work you've done and for the great music from you and your band!
NIKKA: no plans right now but eye would love 2 go
Chrushin: Hi Nikka! Much love 2 u and your work! When was the first time u met Prince and when was the last time (and hopefully not the least !)? Peace!
NIKKA: thank u so much...
NIKKA: first time was at the Celebration...
NIKKA: in 2001...
Chrushin: thx!
spud80: What would you say was your bigggest musical influence to date?
NIKKA: hmmm
NIKKA: eye listen 2 so much...
NIKKA: Prince, Stevie Wonder....
NIKKA: Led Zepplin, Beatles...
NIKKA: it's hard 2 pick one...
NIKKA: lots of jazz singers
cbastriani: what u been doin the last year and what studios have u been using
NIKKA: eye have been writing the new record...
NIKKA: and eye had reconstructed knee surgery...
NIKKA: so those have been my 2 main projects :)
NIKKA: we haven't...
NIKKA: gotten in2 a major studio yet...
NIKKA: we have a studio in r house now
cbastriani: awesome
mordang: You worked quit a lot with Justin Stanley, what is his involvement in the songwriting and is he also working with you for the next album? I liked your album a lot by the way.. also are you coming back for a gig in the Netherlands? Your knee ouch
NIKKA: justin and i write most stuff together , we just work really well
NIKKA: and yes he will be producing the next record
YOMAMA: Bonjour Nikka, I would do it actors studio style: when u go to Heaven what would u love to 2 hear God say 2 U? A bientot who knows...
NIKKA: there is a jam happening on cloud 9 with
NIKKA: jimi hendrix etc.
PaisleyPark9: my turn...
PaisleyPark9: what would u do 2 make the music industry better?
NIKKA: make radio more open minded, and have more forums for new or unsigned artists to get heard
PaisleyPark9: cool
miguel: Did at any time in the studio Prince change your idea....to somethin he wanted.but u didnt agree with..but keept it to your self....Question 2 does it bother u that most of the studio recordings /material will never see the light of day (some of the best stuff).....on the record shelfs.....Question # 3 Will U marrie me?
NIKKA: i have never been in the studio with prince...i don't know what stuff u mean...and i'm already spoken for but thanks for the thought!
timferdun: My favorite song is "Out Here on My Own" :) whats yours? Also whats it like to have Mr. Sinatra as your Godfather? Ever duet?
miguel: lol.ok
NIKKA: wow! you got to get changing with the times! thanks for being such a long time fan but change is good..:)
NIKKA: as far as sinatra he was great, i was a kid, and he really, wasn't he everyones godfather?
NIKKA: we did a duet for a charity at the whitehouse
godlover: What cover song would you like to record. Respect to you and your God given talent.
NIKKA: "i dont know why i love you" and thanks man.
possumslimm: NIKKA: are you paying sly royalties for your sharkbite of "if you want me to stay"? and if not, why not? i imagine he could use the help...
NIKKA: wow...aren't you fun?
possumslimm: guess that's a no
NIKKA: did you ask the same question to garbage for "cherry Lips"?
possumslimm: as a matter of fact i did
possumslimm: and they are
NIKKA: cool.
Mary: obsession with celebrities is today's chat room topic... have you experienced this yourself? your thoughts on this subject?
NIKKA: it is kind of a crazy thing but i think we are guilty of being curious with celebrities
jseven: Nikka first and foremost welcome. How do u feel about the state of the music biz when singers like Britney Spears get attention while True LIVE artists like yourself struggle for radio or MTV play? Sorry for the speaking out of turn earlier, it was an error , Love the version of "Push & Pull" from Vegas. much love and night everyone j7@thebumpsquad.com
NIKKA: well sometimes it is incredibly frustrating
NIKKA: but as an artist i just have to do my thing and hopefully each time it will be heard by more people ....
jseven: Thank u Nikka for your time & we understand u're frustration much love. Good night everyone
NIKKA: thanks so much for digging the push and pull with prince...i had an incredible time...really a dream come true!
hundalasiah: What do you think of the war in Iraq?Is the war the way to create peace? Pax et bonum
NIKKA: i think bush is a cowboy...i dont think war creates peace at all
PaisleyPark9: eye am going 2 sneak one in: who makes ur clothes?
NIKKA: i try to support unknown designers as much as i can, there is so much talent out there...franki b. is a favorite and nikolaki are favs as well.
PaisleyPark9: cool
dannisand: pass...but it's nice that you're here anyway!
NIKKA: right on!
Daylight: Hello Nikka greetings, I remember my first time seeing you on the Chris Rock show sing Like a Feather, what was it like doing the video?
miguel: Nikka......Y were U Late......sorry
NIKKA: the video was so much fun...that wall behind me was about 30 feet high and all programmed to move with the music.
FunkyBrotha: I love your music and wish u the best in the future but i have 2 ask you, what would u say has been the greatest achievement personally so far for u? ps do u think Prince is sexy!
NIKKA: i couldn't get in on my friends computer...sorry.
NIKKA: prince if thats you, you are very cheeky!
DawnUnder2003: Nikka welcome, a simple question really but I would like your honest answer, is PaisleyPark9 in reality Prince, sitting next to you? And if not, do you know if he is present at the chat and under what nickname? Thank you!
NIKKA: the greatest personalmoment so far has been my marriage to my man...it is a rollercoaster but soooo woth it!
FunkyBrotha: thats beautiful nikka
AtenO: Do u Blong to any Particular religion....and if so....which one.......and what is the definition of God 2 U? Peace................
NIKKA: no he's not and i don't know what his name is. sorry.
DawnUnder2003: ok tnx
LuisG: Hi Nikka ( I really love your hair ! ).
NIKKA: no i do not belong to any one religion....i belive being a good person and staying true to whatever path you are on will get you to the same place.
spicey1: Hi Nikka. Is the story about the $ U sent P, following 2001 Cele. true.This is in regards to a 'swear jar' and $ U owed it. peace.
AtenO: great!!!!! See u then
NIKKA: &@#! yeah!
spicey1: lol
GiiMmELuB: Hi Nikka! Long time no see…. I was wondering when you plan on touring once again and will you have the original "SupaFlyBand" on hand? IS THE ALBUM ALMOST DONE??? Any collaborations on your new album that we can look forward to? Also, any live DVD's in the works by any chance? 1 more: What was your most memorable moment/city while touring? OH, and what happened to the "Everybody Got Their Something" Video????? HOPE YOUR KNEE HEELS WELL!
NIKKA: wow! ok...yes i will DEFINITELY be touring again , i'm not sure about who will be with me as they all have very busy careers themselves but it will be fun anyway!
NIKKA: the video got canned by the new regime that took over my label...
NIKKA: but i got to kick some ass and it was actually pretty cool!
GiiMmELuB: DAMN REGIMES!
NIKKA: word,
friend: HI Nikka I think you owe the jar again lol, are you coming to the celebration this year?
NIKKA: if its going down i will be there...i'm just waiting on the word.
Aziza: ur favorite Prince love song? i loved vegas show. thanks
NIKKA: thank you...condition of the heart
Aziza: cool
PedroCoelho: when are u coming to Portugal for a performance... in Portugal we like u!! thanks
NIKKA: i would love to get there for the next record...i will try my best!
JeanYvesMarseille: Hello from France, Nikka! Can u name some of ur favorites, contemporary or new comers, musical artists?
NIKKA: radiohead, coldplay, jeff buckley, jill scott, india arie....lots!
Pluv: Hello NiKKa...............not a question but a very sincere compliment :) Your Music is awesome, very deeply done and felt...............I was really feeling your CD. much love and peace to U
NIKKA: thank you soo much pluv...
Pluv: ;)
biznis: Nikka, love the album. I'm a big ?Love fan also. How did u hook up with him? Also, do u like Jaguar Wright?
NIKKA: i haven't heard her but i i hear she's great...i love ahmir, he really is a cool guy, he had worked on d'angelo's stuff and through mutual friends we hooked up for the last record
LuisG: Hi Nikka ( I really love your hair! ). Can u tell us more about your next album ?
NIKKA: my hair thanks you...the next record is still in the writing process but at the moment i think it will be a bit more raw, more heavy...its hard to pin it down thouhg because they really have a life of their own...you just follow them...
Capri: Hi Nikka. Who r your favorite contemporary producers and songwriters ?? Peace!
NIKKA: nigel godrich as a producer...but its so hard to say really. there are alot of great hip-hop producers as well....thats a hard one.
btyfulbutterfly: Sorry about that last blip I was getting my question ready. Nikka, maybe this has been asked and ansered but where do you get the insprations for your music?
NIKKA: i get inspired by whats going on in my life and in the lives of those around me...i try not to make up too much and go with what i feel at the time as much as possible.
btyfulbutterfly: thank you
Katt: Hello Nikka, I hope your feeling fine today my question to you is: The record industry seems to place all new artists as pop music. How did you managed not to be put in a box like them? :
NIKKA: they try their hardest thats for sure...but maybe thats why noone knows who the ###i am!
Katt: :)
Unique: hail 2 the radioheadfan ;) tell me wht u think of the power of the internet? file sharing, online chatting, do u come here often ;) do u peak online 2 c what ure fans r saying about u on fansites? do u checkout other artists sites? - also, is there some loops on ure last cd that aint credited? im trying 2 track down a loops ive been told is on ure cd but aint credited. finally whats it feel like 2 a) write a HIT single like a feather and B) write a classic like push and pull? - have u got the new radiohead btw? ;)
NIKKA: i think the internet is a great place community of music lovers. i do think though that filesharing is the future but it would be nice to have it work for everyone...
NIKKA: unfortunately artists are the ones who lose at the moment as far as their livelihoods...how do you spell that? anyway you get my drift.
mplsfrench: Hi Nikka, do U beleive in Psychoanalysis ? despite of religion. and , why artists can't do easily some duets on records ? (always in live ..but not much on studio) thanks ! much love 2 U and P.
NIKKA: i think whatever anyone needs to do to feel better and live better, more power to them.
Aaron: How do u feel the concept of the NPGMC and other forums such as Housequake.com r helpin 2 advance the music of free artists and helpin them 2 break from the chains of the "music industry". And r u member of NPGMC and/or would u like 2 join and support a dedicated music discussion forum such as Housequake.com?
NIKKA: i am not a member yet but i think it is a great way to promote and discover new artists....lets face it the industry really has tunnel vision and the fans really suffer as well because they don't get to hear stuff they might really dig.
MarcoKohler13231: What was your most beautiful experience?
NIKKA: finding love. :)
MarcoKohler13231: Thank U very much and good night to everone...
eastsandy: NIKKA: Did you listen to Prince when you were younger? What's your favorite Prince song? When did you first enter the music busniess? Thanks for your time
NIKKA: yes heaps...and still now. favorite "sometimes it snows in april" made my 1st record at age 8.
eastsandy: WOW
eastsandy: Thanks!
hapi4u2: I have nothing to say- but Love leads the way.
NIKKA: right on.
alina: NIKKA: Where are you chatting with us from?
NIKKA: my friend mishy's house in the hollywood hills.
Essence: Nikka, you're Austrailian and associate with the coolest funkiest people no doubt... do you know Joshy84au? If not did Kylie & Jason influence you? Bouncer? Henry?
NIKKA: i am not an aussie...but you are funny!
jazzvibrator: yer 1st show in Detroit @ the Magic Bag...well all i can say is i m still feeling it. i could Never thanku enough 4 it. Why did u choose 2 cover "AnotherLoverHolenyohead" at Paisley? had u performed it before or since?
NIKKA: it was a case of losing my mind and thinking i should do a prince song with him in the room!
NIKKA: i haven;t done it since and not before then either!
jazzvibrator: thanks ;-)
Priana: Much Love To You...yield my question to the next one..btw...you gotta type fast to keep up in here
npgnpg: what are u thinking about live bootleg recordings?
NIKKA: as long as they sound good its all good.
paisleyteacher: NIKKA: Does Tim Izo still play in your band? We met him at the 2001 celebration and he was very nice. If not, what is he doing now?
NIKKA: tim is great! he is playing in his own project with printz (the other horn player) and they are called the horn dogs.
july: Hi Nikka! You and Prince sounded really good together during the duet of Push and Pull in Las Vegas. The song was perfect as it was but there was definitely chemistry between you two. ;) My question is: You toured with Britney Spears. Do you think image over rides talent in todays music business? Keep Singin! Girl! My wife Luvy thinks you're an awesome talent! Much Love! july from: www.loveuniverse.org
NIKKA: thanks you, it was a blast!
purplestyle7: Hello Nikka, I 1st want to say I loved the performance at the 2001 Celebration & look forward to seeing u again soon, I'm diggin ur music. As for my question, I am assuming u are still under contract (with Virgin?), if so, do u plan to ever break into complete independance...? Such as Prince has done with creating his music club as a means to get his music out to the true fans of good music. Thanx! Peace & God bless , c u soon
NIKKA: i think the video age has definitely taken alot of focus from the talent and put it on the image. definitely.
NIKKA: i would love to go independent but putting up your own posters for shows is a bitch! lol so i think i should wait until i have as many fans as prince before i do that!
Booyah: Hi Nikka - thank you for joining us! Has Prince offered you any songs to record? Any names you can mention?
NIKKA: no.
kaponi: hi, Nikka, I'm from Japan, Very happy 2 talk 2 u! Do u have plan 2 come 2 Japan?
NIKKA: oooh! i loved japan...i can't wait to get back there...you know i was born in tokyo!
Eos: Nikki: How do u feel about the present state of the world, and as an artist how do u feel u can be a positive influence? Would u be interested in participating in a benefit telethon for youth? Donating your time as a performer or in an advisory capacity? If so, go to the knowledge section of U tell us,under community projects, and help us do the "work"
kaponi: Thanx, Nikka!
Eos: oops, sorry Nikka...didn't mean to call u Nikki
Eos: LOL
NIKKA: its ok i get it all the time!
NIKKA: i'll check it out...thanks. as for the state of the world, its in a huge mess and i think artists should try to make some difference if they can.
Perceval: What are you wearing?
NIKKA: lol....a cape and silver thigh high boots!
Delo: hello Nikka - nice to have you here :) I cannot forget that astronauts videoclip you did with your father when you were a girl and I was starting to know who was Prince -- do you remember that videoclip? - the duet with prince was luxury stuff - much respect from Spain (love your outfit at vegaas and the way you raised your hand) the Delo formerly known as Delores
Finess: thanks 4 the image Nikka LOL :)
NIKKA: that is weird...i don't even remember a video with astronauts!
Onekelita: no question, thanks - but i honor your loyalty to expressing what lies within you! much respect! :)
NIKKA: thanks for coming.
Vera: Hello Nikka. I would like to know if you have discussed the bible with Prince or are interested in having a bible study since you are aware of your spiritual need to draw close to Jehovah. I am sure Prince has been witnessing to U. ..By the way next time George Clinton, my cuz, go and sit in on da jamn ..that would be so funky. Xcellent performance in Vegas.
NIKKA: i'm always open to discussion and thankfully Prince has always been open to me.
Vera: Cool
PaisleyPark9: we will do one more and nikka will have 2 split. she has been very kind 2 do this 4 us!
mellowgold: nikka, what question haven't you been asked yet that you wish you had and what's the answer? p.s. saw you support beck in brixton a while back and you were great, do come to london again...
NIKKA: the thing is i already know myself so its really great just hearing your questions
mellowgold: that's cheating
NIKKA: c'mon let me off the hook man!
PaisleyPark9: on that note...
PaisleyPark9: Prince sends his undying love and gratitude 4 ur presence here 2 day.
PaisleyPark9: Thank u, Nikka
PaisleyPark3: we all thank u, nikka
PaisleyPark9: and thank u 2 the members 4 being cool
NIKKA: right back at him...and thanks sooo much for having me here...you guys are awesome.:)
PaisleyPark9: first person
PaisleyPark9: klaatu?
klaatu: Hi Nikka, hope you are fine. How would you define your musical evolution since On My Own? Peace to you...
NIKKA: VAST
NIKKA: anything u do as a kid is super influenced by ur parents
NIKKA: ur art helps reveal urself 2 u
ednique: Tell me how you and prince got together
NIKKA: someone told us 2 log on2 his website...
NIKKA: cuz it said come 2 the park and play with us....
NIKKA: so then we got in touch...
NIKKA: and he invited us 2 the Celebration
wyldechild: Hello Nikka - have u experienced any discrimination being a woman trying to make it in the music biz ?
NIKKA: only kind of with people assuming...
NIKKA: that eye'm not going 2 b as good...
NIKKA: or rock as hard as the next guy...
NIKKA: but it's never gotten 2 me...
NIKKA: eye don't let it in
ohsosexyshanea: hey girl... do you really think you would have received as much attention if you had not been affiliated with Prince? And what is your normal response to those that really wanna know about him instead of you
NIKKA: eye don't think people immediately correlate me and Prince...
NIKKA: eye don't think people look in2 it that hard....
NIKKA: it would b different if he had signed me or something like that
lady: with whom would you like to work with in the future?
NIKKA: eye have this goal 2 get a legend...
NIKKA: on each of my records...
NIKKA: eye had Billy Preston on my last record...
NIKKA: eye would love 2 work with Sly Stone...
NIKKA: or Stevie Wonder on drums
poletto: Hi Nikka i remember u from Sanremo festival here in Italy singing On My Own with your dad,it was a real surprise 2 me when i had listen 2 your new projects in music...a new Nikka Costa in a Funky World!! Most of i appreciate that u r "working" with Prince...the question is: when we will be able 2 see u again in Italy? U know Prince was here in Milan last year after 12 years, but u left Italy a long time ago 2!
NIKKA: eye came there 2 promote the last record....
NIKKA: but eye was not able 2 spend much time there...
NIKKA: so when eye am promoting this new record eye will definitely be going over there
MarcoKohler: Are there any pans to play in Switzerland a concert, or did you ever? I'll thank U also for your work you've done and for the great music from you and your band!
NIKKA: no plans right now but eye would love 2 go
Chrushin: Hi Nikka! Much love 2 u and your work! When was the first time u met Prince and when was the last time (and hopefully not the least !)? Peace!
NIKKA: thank u so much...
NIKKA: first time was at the Celebration...
NIKKA: in 2001...
Chrushin: thx!
spud80: What would you say was your bigggest musical influence to date?
NIKKA: hmmm
NIKKA: eye listen 2 so much...
NIKKA: Prince, Stevie Wonder....
NIKKA: Led Zepplin, Beatles...
NIKKA: it's hard 2 pick one...
NIKKA: lots of jazz singers
cbastriani: what u been doin the last year and what studios have u been using
NIKKA: eye have been writing the new record...
NIKKA: and eye had reconstructed knee surgery...
NIKKA: so those have been my 2 main projects :)
NIKKA: we haven't...
NIKKA: gotten in2 a major studio yet...
NIKKA: we have a studio in r house now
cbastriani: awesome
mordang: You worked quit a lot with Justin Stanley, what is his involvement in the songwriting and is he also working with you for the next album? I liked your album a lot by the way.. also are you coming back for a gig in the Netherlands? Your knee ouch
NIKKA: justin and i write most stuff together , we just work really well
NIKKA: and yes he will be producing the next record
YOMAMA: Bonjour Nikka, I would do it actors studio style: when u go to Heaven what would u love to 2 hear God say 2 U? A bientot who knows...
NIKKA: there is a jam happening on cloud 9 with
NIKKA: jimi hendrix etc.
PaisleyPark9: my turn...
PaisleyPark9: what would u do 2 make the music industry better?
NIKKA: make radio more open minded, and have more forums for new or unsigned artists to get heard
PaisleyPark9: cool
miguel: Did at any time in the studio Prince change your idea....to somethin he wanted.but u didnt agree with..but keept it to your self....Question 2 does it bother u that most of the studio recordings /material will never see the light of day (some of the best stuff).....on the record shelfs.....Question # 3 Will U marrie me?
NIKKA: i have never been in the studio with prince...i don't know what stuff u mean...and i'm already spoken for but thanks for the thought!
timferdun: My favorite song is "Out Here on My Own" :) whats yours? Also whats it like to have Mr. Sinatra as your Godfather? Ever duet?
miguel: lol.ok
NIKKA: wow! you got to get changing with the times! thanks for being such a long time fan but change is good..:)
NIKKA: as far as sinatra he was great, i was a kid, and he really, wasn't he everyones godfather?
NIKKA: we did a duet for a charity at the whitehouse
godlover: What cover song would you like to record. Respect to you and your God given talent.
NIKKA: "i dont know why i love you" and thanks man.
possumslimm: NIKKA: are you paying sly royalties for your sharkbite of "if you want me to stay"? and if not, why not? i imagine he could use the help...
NIKKA: wow...aren't you fun?
possumslimm: guess that's a no
NIKKA: did you ask the same question to garbage for "cherry Lips"?
possumslimm: as a matter of fact i did
possumslimm: and they are
NIKKA: cool.
Mary: obsession with celebrities is today's chat room topic... have you experienced this yourself? your thoughts on this subject?
NIKKA: it is kind of a crazy thing but i think we are guilty of being curious with celebrities
jseven: Nikka first and foremost welcome. How do u feel about the state of the music biz when singers like Britney Spears get attention while True LIVE artists like yourself struggle for radio or MTV play? Sorry for the speaking out of turn earlier, it was an error , Love the version of "Push & Pull" from Vegas. much love and night everyone j7@thebumpsquad.com
NIKKA: well sometimes it is incredibly frustrating
NIKKA: but as an artist i just have to do my thing and hopefully each time it will be heard by more people ....
jseven: Thank u Nikka for your time & we understand u're frustration much love. Good night everyone
NIKKA: thanks so much for digging the push and pull with prince...i had an incredible time...really a dream come true!
hundalasiah: What do you think of the war in Iraq?Is the war the way to create peace? Pax et bonum
NIKKA: i think bush is a cowboy...i dont think war creates peace at all
PaisleyPark9: eye am going 2 sneak one in: who makes ur clothes?
NIKKA: i try to support unknown designers as much as i can, there is so much talent out there...franki b. is a favorite and nikolaki are favs as well.
PaisleyPark9: cool
dannisand: pass...but it's nice that you're here anyway!
NIKKA: right on!
Daylight: Hello Nikka greetings, I remember my first time seeing you on the Chris Rock show sing Like a Feather, what was it like doing the video?
miguel: Nikka......Y were U Late......sorry
NIKKA: the video was so much fun...that wall behind me was about 30 feet high and all programmed to move with the music.
FunkyBrotha: I love your music and wish u the best in the future but i have 2 ask you, what would u say has been the greatest achievement personally so far for u? ps do u think Prince is sexy!
NIKKA: i couldn't get in on my friends computer...sorry.
NIKKA: prince if thats you, you are very cheeky!
DawnUnder2003: Nikka welcome, a simple question really but I would like your honest answer, is PaisleyPark9 in reality Prince, sitting next to you? And if not, do you know if he is present at the chat and under what nickname? Thank you!
NIKKA: the greatest personalmoment so far has been my marriage to my man...it is a rollercoaster but soooo woth it!
FunkyBrotha: thats beautiful nikka
AtenO: Do u Blong to any Particular religion....and if so....which one.......and what is the definition of God 2 U? Peace................
NIKKA: no he's not and i don't know what his name is. sorry.
DawnUnder2003: ok tnx
LuisG: Hi Nikka ( I really love your hair ! ).
NIKKA: no i do not belong to any one religion....i belive being a good person and staying true to whatever path you are on will get you to the same place.
spicey1: Hi Nikka. Is the story about the $ U sent P, following 2001 Cele. true.This is in regards to a 'swear jar' and $ U owed it. peace.
AtenO: great!!!!! See u then
NIKKA: &@#! yeah!
spicey1: lol
GiiMmELuB: Hi Nikka! Long time no see…. I was wondering when you plan on touring once again and will you have the original "SupaFlyBand" on hand? IS THE ALBUM ALMOST DONE??? Any collaborations on your new album that we can look forward to? Also, any live DVD's in the works by any chance? 1 more: What was your most memorable moment/city while touring? OH, and what happened to the "Everybody Got Their Something" Video????? HOPE YOUR KNEE HEELS WELL!
NIKKA: wow! ok...yes i will DEFINITELY be touring again , i'm not sure about who will be with me as they all have very busy careers themselves but it will be fun anyway!
NIKKA: the video got canned by the new regime that took over my label...
NIKKA: but i got to kick some ass and it was actually pretty cool!
GiiMmELuB: DAMN REGIMES!
NIKKA: word,
friend: HI Nikka I think you owe the jar again lol, are you coming to the celebration this year?
NIKKA: if its going down i will be there...i'm just waiting on the word.
Aziza: ur favorite Prince love song? i loved vegas show. thanks
NIKKA: thank you...condition of the heart
Aziza: cool
PedroCoelho: when are u coming to Portugal for a performance... in Portugal we like u!! thanks
NIKKA: i would love to get there for the next record...i will try my best!
JeanYvesMarseille: Hello from France, Nikka! Can u name some of ur favorites, contemporary or new comers, musical artists?
NIKKA: radiohead, coldplay, jeff buckley, jill scott, india arie....lots!
Pluv: Hello NiKKa...............not a question but a very sincere compliment :) Your Music is awesome, very deeply done and felt...............I was really feeling your CD. much love and peace to U
NIKKA: thank you soo much pluv...
Pluv: ;)
biznis: Nikka, love the album. I'm a big ?Love fan also. How did u hook up with him? Also, do u like Jaguar Wright?
NIKKA: i haven't heard her but i i hear she's great...i love ahmir, he really is a cool guy, he had worked on d'angelo's stuff and through mutual friends we hooked up for the last record
LuisG: Hi Nikka ( I really love your hair! ). Can u tell us more about your next album ?
NIKKA: my hair thanks you...the next record is still in the writing process but at the moment i think it will be a bit more raw, more heavy...its hard to pin it down thouhg because they really have a life of their own...you just follow them...
Capri: Hi Nikka. Who r your favorite contemporary producers and songwriters ?? Peace!
NIKKA: nigel godrich as a producer...but its so hard to say really. there are alot of great hip-hop producers as well....thats a hard one.
btyfulbutterfly: Sorry about that last blip I was getting my question ready. Nikka, maybe this has been asked and ansered but where do you get the insprations for your music?
NIKKA: i get inspired by whats going on in my life and in the lives of those around me...i try not to make up too much and go with what i feel at the time as much as possible.
btyfulbutterfly: thank you
Katt: Hello Nikka, I hope your feeling fine today my question to you is: The record industry seems to place all new artists as pop music. How did you managed not to be put in a box like them? :
NIKKA: they try their hardest thats for sure...but maybe thats why noone knows who the ###i am!
Katt: :)
Unique: hail 2 the radioheadfan ;) tell me wht u think of the power of the internet? file sharing, online chatting, do u come here often ;) do u peak online 2 c what ure fans r saying about u on fansites? do u checkout other artists sites? - also, is there some loops on ure last cd that aint credited? im trying 2 track down a loops ive been told is on ure cd but aint credited. finally whats it feel like 2 a) write a HIT single like a feather and B) write a classic like push and pull? - have u got the new radiohead btw? ;)
NIKKA: i think the internet is a great place community of music lovers. i do think though that filesharing is the future but it would be nice to have it work for everyone...
NIKKA: unfortunately artists are the ones who lose at the moment as far as their livelihoods...how do you spell that? anyway you get my drift.
mplsfrench: Hi Nikka, do U beleive in Psychoanalysis ? despite of religion. and , why artists can't do easily some duets on records ? (always in live ..but not much on studio) thanks ! much love 2 U and P.
NIKKA: i think whatever anyone needs to do to feel better and live better, more power to them.
Aaron: How do u feel the concept of the NPGMC and other forums such as Housequake.com r helpin 2 advance the music of free artists and helpin them 2 break from the chains of the "music industry". And r u member of NPGMC and/or would u like 2 join and support a dedicated music discussion forum such as Housequake.com?
NIKKA: i am not a member yet but i think it is a great way to promote and discover new artists....lets face it the industry really has tunnel vision and the fans really suffer as well because they don't get to hear stuff they might really dig.
MarcoKohler13231: What was your most beautiful experience?
NIKKA: finding love. :)
MarcoKohler13231: Thank U very much and good night to everone...
eastsandy: NIKKA: Did you listen to Prince when you were younger? What's your favorite Prince song? When did you first enter the music busniess? Thanks for your time
NIKKA: yes heaps...and still now. favorite "sometimes it snows in april" made my 1st record at age 8.
eastsandy: WOW
eastsandy: Thanks!
hapi4u2: I have nothing to say- but Love leads the way.
NIKKA: right on.
alina: NIKKA: Where are you chatting with us from?
NIKKA: my friend mishy's house in the hollywood hills.
Essence: Nikka, you're Austrailian and associate with the coolest funkiest people no doubt... do you know Joshy84au? If not did Kylie & Jason influence you? Bouncer? Henry?
NIKKA: i am not an aussie...but you are funny!
jazzvibrator: yer 1st show in Detroit @ the Magic Bag...well all i can say is i m still feeling it. i could Never thanku enough 4 it. Why did u choose 2 cover "AnotherLoverHolenyohead" at Paisley? had u performed it before or since?
NIKKA: it was a case of losing my mind and thinking i should do a prince song with him in the room!
NIKKA: i haven;t done it since and not before then either!
jazzvibrator: thanks ;-)
Priana: Much Love To You...yield my question to the next one..btw...you gotta type fast to keep up in here
npgnpg: what are u thinking about live bootleg recordings?
NIKKA: as long as they sound good its all good.
paisleyteacher: NIKKA: Does Tim Izo still play in your band? We met him at the 2001 celebration and he was very nice. If not, what is he doing now?
NIKKA: tim is great! he is playing in his own project with printz (the other horn player) and they are called the horn dogs.
july: Hi Nikka! You and Prince sounded really good together during the duet of Push and Pull in Las Vegas. The song was perfect as it was but there was definitely chemistry between you two. ;) My question is: You toured with Britney Spears. Do you think image over rides talent in todays music business? Keep Singin! Girl! My wife Luvy thinks you're an awesome talent! Much Love! july from: www.loveuniverse.org
NIKKA: thanks you, it was a blast!
purplestyle7: Hello Nikka, I 1st want to say I loved the performance at the 2001 Celebration & look forward to seeing u again soon, I'm diggin ur music. As for my question, I am assuming u are still under contract (with Virgin?), if so, do u plan to ever break into complete independance...? Such as Prince has done with creating his music club as a means to get his music out to the true fans of good music. Thanx! Peace & God bless , c u soon
NIKKA: i think the video age has definitely taken alot of focus from the talent and put it on the image. definitely.
NIKKA: i would love to go independent but putting up your own posters for shows is a bitch! lol so i think i should wait until i have as many fans as prince before i do that!
Booyah: Hi Nikka - thank you for joining us! Has Prince offered you any songs to record? Any names you can mention?
NIKKA: no.
kaponi: hi, Nikka, I'm from Japan, Very happy 2 talk 2 u! Do u have plan 2 come 2 Japan?
NIKKA: oooh! i loved japan...i can't wait to get back there...you know i was born in tokyo!
Eos: Nikki: How do u feel about the present state of the world, and as an artist how do u feel u can be a positive influence? Would u be interested in participating in a benefit telethon for youth? Donating your time as a performer or in an advisory capacity? If so, go to the knowledge section of U tell us,under community projects, and help us do the "work"
kaponi: Thanx, Nikka!
Eos: oops, sorry Nikka...didn't mean to call u Nikki
Eos: LOL
NIKKA: its ok i get it all the time!
NIKKA: i'll check it out...thanks. as for the state of the world, its in a huge mess and i think artists should try to make some difference if they can.
Perceval: What are you wearing?
NIKKA: lol....a cape and silver thigh high boots!
Delo: hello Nikka - nice to have you here :) I cannot forget that astronauts videoclip you did with your father when you were a girl and I was starting to know who was Prince -- do you remember that videoclip? - the duet with prince was luxury stuff - much respect from Spain (love your outfit at vegaas and the way you raised your hand) the Delo formerly known as Delores
Finess: thanks 4 the image Nikka LOL :)
NIKKA: that is weird...i don't even remember a video with astronauts!
Onekelita: no question, thanks - but i honor your loyalty to expressing what lies within you! much respect! :)
NIKKA: thanks for coming.
Vera: Hello Nikka. I would like to know if you have discussed the bible with Prince or are interested in having a bible study since you are aware of your spiritual need to draw close to Jehovah. I am sure Prince has been witnessing to U. ..By the way next time George Clinton, my cuz, go and sit in on da jamn ..that would be so funky. Xcellent performance in Vegas.
NIKKA: i'm always open to discussion and thankfully Prince has always been open to me.
Vera: Cool
PaisleyPark9: we will do one more and nikka will have 2 split. she has been very kind 2 do this 4 us!
mellowgold: nikka, what question haven't you been asked yet that you wish you had and what's the answer? p.s. saw you support beck in brixton a while back and you were great, do come to london again...
NIKKA: the thing is i already know myself so its really great just hearing your questions
mellowgold: that's cheating
NIKKA: c'mon let me off the hook man!
PaisleyPark9: on that note...
PaisleyPark9: Prince sends his undying love and gratitude 4 ur presence here 2 day.
PaisleyPark9: Thank u, Nikka
PaisleyPark3: we all thank u, nikka
PaisleyPark9: and thank u 2 the members 4 being cool
NIKKA: right back at him...and thanks sooo much for having me here...you guys are awesome.:)