Wunmi Wears It Well!

Idol was very happy to catch up with Wunmi, an amazing singer and dancer who was part of the legendary band Soul II Soul. Just look at how she rocks our Idol jacket, seen here on her recent trip to Sydney. This gal has serious style and we’re feelin’ her pure lyricism and true vibes. LOVE!

Soul 2 Soul is still one of our favourite bands what was your experience like in the early 90’s when the band was making it to the top?
My experience with Soul II Soul as the bands popularity grew was like I was on a roller coaster ride, with the funkiest music being played as we climbed higher and higher....at one point I could have sworn I touched the sky surreal and real all in the same breathe.... lol!

We loved your track' for the fun of it ' what do you do for fun?
Fun....I love going to African Dance classes, my favourite right now is SABAR dance a wikkid Traditional dance from Senegal...

How has your style changed since the early days of Soul II Soul?
Since my early days with Soul II Soul, my style has matured... style have always been Afro Fresh lol!..I continue to push the envelope! Afro Fresh is a state of being.....the streets have always been my catwalk.... and I love being in my skin....

We love way you have styled our Idol jacket, what do you like about our threads?
I like my Idol because it is very NOW yet has a vintage feel to it so blends well with my eclectic wardrobe!

What is your favourite place in the world?
Been around the world yeah yeah yeah... still can't find my baby..lol...honestly my favourite place in the world is when I am on the plane going somewhere with the one I love...lol! I have no distraction from enjoying the moment !

What music do you like to dance to?
I love dancing to all types of music It is all to do with where I am...as long as I feel it I shall be dancing like it’s 1999 all over again lol!

Who is your favourite artist and why?
I don't have one favorite artist ..but I do love me some Prince, Sade, Bjork because their sound is unique to them

If you could meet anyone in the world dead or alive who would it be and what would you say to them?
My dads mother (Grandmam) THANK YOU FOR LOVING ME............

What is the most outrageous thing you’ve ever done?
OH LAWD..Sorry too much information not good for the nation..hehehe!

What makes you happy?
I am truly happy when folks around me are happy...it is contagious...