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V-Correspondent - Nakia

Nakia's blog

Based in Austin, Texas, 36-year-old Nakia draws strength from his extended family and inspiration from the memory of his father. Until he passed away in 2009, Nakia's dad encouraged him to follow his dreams. The bluesy singer knows he doesn't look like a typical pop performer, but that doesn't discourage him at all. He realizes that on The Voice, all that matters is how he sings.

Q&A: Nakia

Q: What is your go-to pump up song?
Nakia: Semisonic 'This Will By My Year'

Q: What is your favorite song to sing in the shower?
Nakia: Sam & Dave 'When Something Is Wrong With My Baby'

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Q: What song is your guilty pleasure?
Nakia: Britney Spears 'Lace & Leather'

Q: What is your favorite ice-cream flavor?
Nakia: Rocky Road

Q: Pirates or Ninjas? Why?
Nakia: Ninjas. I always wanted to be a ninja when I was kid. There used to be this show called "The Master" and I idolized the character Max on the show.

Q: If you were to be stranded on a desert island, what three things would you want there?
Nakia: - electricity - running water - my MacBook filled with a lot of music

Q: Who is your celebrity crush?
Nakia: James Corden

Q: If you could spend the day with anyone dead or alive, who would it be?
Nakia: Otis Redding


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