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BW's musical maestro speaks

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Kabo Morebodi, also known as Solo Otto, is making waves in the music scene after his historic Grammy Awards nomination. From humble beginnings in Gaborone to being an accomplished music producer who is recognised internationally, he talks to Mmegi Correspondent BOIKANYO MATHONSI about a journey that is rooted in the true love for music

Solo Otto traces his passion for music back to his early years when he was captivated by the sight of Timbaland working his magic behind the boards on TV.

He said since then, he knew that music production was his calling and he has never looked back. “I fell in love with music from a young age, I remember seeing Timbaland behind the boards on TV and knew from that moment that this is what I want to do,” said Otto.

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