We’re looking forward to introducing you to Nikita Amadi. Check out our conversation below.
Nikita, so good to connect and we’re excited to share your story and insights with our audience. There’s a ton to learn from your story, but let’s start with a warm up before we get into the heart of the interview. What do the first 90 minutes of your day look like?
Hey! I’m grateful to connect with you all again. The first 90 minutes of my day usually begin with a moment of gratitude where I give thanks to God for the breath of life and follow that with prayer. From there, I dive into my morning routine and carve out time for a Bible study/devotional session to keep me grounded and centered for the day. After that, I then prep and head over to the gym which is another way of pouring into my body and mind as I did for my spirit.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hello everyone, I’m Nikita Amadi but most people know me as Kita or Nikki. I’m an independent Nigerian-American R&B artist, songwriter, and performer based in Houston, Texas. My music is all about soulful vulnerability with sounds drawn from R&B as well as my Nigerian background; which is emotional, fierce, and intentional. I’m big on storytelling, and every release I put out feels like a piece of my diary, whether it’s about love, growth, or reclaiming my voice in this world.
Beyond the music, my brand is about authenticity, feminine strength, and overall feeling good about yourself. I’ve built my visuals, lyrics, and even fashion around the balance of softness and power!
Right now, I’m working on a new project that reflects a deeper version of me — and I’m excited to keep creating work that not only sounds good but feels like something real.
Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
Perfectionism is the part of me that I’ve had to release. Growing up in a minister’s family, I felt like I was always being watched, expected to move a certain way, and that pressure made me hold back parts of myself; my personality, my creativity, and even my voice out of fear of being misunderstood or spoken down upon. But I’ve reached a place where I no longer let other people’s expectations of me define me. I’m learning to let go of the need to please and instead show up as my full authentic self. Flaws, fire, faith, and all.
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
There have been plenty of moments where giving up felt like the easier option. When I felt overlooked despite putting in the work, or when doubt crept in and made me question whether I was wasting my time chasing this dream. The music industry can be humbling like that; it teaches you that talent alone isn’t always enough. But even in my lowest moments, I could never fully walk away. I always come back to one question: what if I make it? And I know I’d rather find out than spend the rest of my life wondering “what if I hadn’t given up.” That thought alone keeps me going and the desire to be of service to others.
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. What’s a cultural value you protect at all costs?
Humility is a cultural value I’ll always protect. I truly believe in treating people the way I want to be treated; with kindness, respect, and compassion. At the end of the day, we’re all human beings with an expiration date, and no one’s above anyone else. Carrying myself with humility helps me stay grounded, use discernment in how I move, and connect with people from a genuine place no matter where I am or who I’m around.
Okay, so before we go, let’s tackle one more area. What light inside you have you been dimming?
For a long time, I dimmed the light of my full self; my softness, my joy, my creativity out of fear of being misunderstood or judged. I’ve always felt deeply, expressed deeply, and dreamed boldly, but growing up under pressure to be ‘perfect’ made me shrink those parts of me. I learned to stay quiet, to be careful, to avoid being ‘too much.’ But that light never died, it just waited for me to choose it again. Now, I’m in a season of fully reclaiming it, unapologetically showing up in my music, my voice, my faith, and my femininity. That light is part of my purpose.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://nikitaamadi.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikitaamadi
- Twitter: https://x.com/nikitaamadi
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/16WjfQErWs/?mibextid=wwXIfr
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@nikitaamadi?si=3sLXL3RhotRun7gv
- Soundcloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/Hh6zaD2BcD88zNU7kC
- Other: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1GMZPawpj9nzYu6OhfcNxH?si=d6bvuDj7SiO7_PC2xw9ZXA
Image Credits
@graphicjones
@shotbytoju
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@mo.daw
@kingmitchproduction
@vivalaanto
@foreiignlooks
