“The Way To Get Started Is To Quit Talking And Begin Doing.” – Walt Disney.
Erica Armah Bra-Bulu Tandoh, commonly known as DJ Switch, is a young female disk jockey from Ghana. At the age of twelve, she is a singer, rapper, poet, dancer, motivational speaker, and actress. Erica is from Dadieso in the Western Region of Ghana and is a student of Talented Royals International School at Weija in Accra.
Erica’s career took off when she was just seven years old. She hates to see those around her unhappy and tries to switch their mood, hence the name DJ Switch.
Erica had no knowledge of the DJ yet mastered it within five days of training at nine. Ever since she won Ghana’s Most Talent Kids 2017, there has been no stopping. From CNN to BBC, the world is going gaga over this young star.
Erica says, “I picked the name DJ Switch because I switch up people’s happiness. I am not only a DJ but also a poet, dancer, motivational speaker, actress, and advocate. I also want my parents, teachers, CNN, BBC or France24 and the world to know that being a DJ is just the beginning of my goals, I want to become a gynecologist and help women around the world eventually.”
DJ Switch’s Achievements
In June 2018, Erica won Ghana’s Annual DJ Award, and she was the youngest awardee. Roc nation, the legendary Jay-Z’s entertainment company, featured her on their social media for Black History Month.
She has given several international performances, such as one with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s annual Goalkeepers Event, held in New York and French President Macron.
A Truely Talented Human
Not just a multitalented child, Erica’s foundation is keen on supporting the underprivileged. She believes in gender equality, sustainable development, and providing regular and proper health care.
Owning two single debuts, “DECEIVER” and “PARDONNEZ,” Erica gave out her “five tips” for being a successful DJ during her interview with BBC. To all her fans, DJ Switch continually says, “Take your passion and make it your profession through hard work and dedication.”
Global Child Prodigy Awardee
Global Child Prodigy Awards, the world’s first and only award ceremony solely dedicated to recognizing unique and talented children, awarded DJ Switch under the category of music in 2020. Moreover, she was listed under the Top 100 Prodigies List of 2020!
Erica Armah Bra-Bulu Tandoh is an inspiration to the rest of the world indeed we can’t wait to see what her future offers!
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