Rap star French Montana opened up about the transformative experience of filming his biggest hit, "Unforgettable" featuring Swae Lee, in the heart of Uganda.
The country left an indelible mark on Montana, not just for the success of the song, but also for the profound impact it had on his life and career.
"Going to Uganda healed me first. It's a powerful land. It's like a powerful moment in my career," Montana shared during an interview with with CNN's Larry Madowo.
The trip to Uganda became a pivotal moment, igniting a sense of healing and inspiration that would shape the trajectory of his career.
The "Unforgettable" music video not only showcased Montana's talent but also brought to the spotlight the talents Uganda's Ghetto kids.
Montana marvels at their journey from dancing in the slums to performing in front of a global audience of 200 million viewers. The exposure from the video and song helped propel their careers forward, earning the kids well-deserved recognition.
The song "Unforgettable" skyrocketed to incredible heights, selling an impressive 10 million records and securing a diamond certification for French Montana. The success of the track was a testament to the power of collaboration and the appreciation of diverse talents.
Recently, Montana celebrated the launch of his documentary, "For Khadija," where he reunited with the Ghetto Kids once again. He flew them from Uganda to join him on stage during the event.
The moment was truly unforgettable as the kids danced alongside Montana during his performance of the hit song that had brought them global fame.
Montana humbly acknowledged the support and mentorship of fellow artists Drake and Diddy, who served as executive producers for his documentary.
"I feel like they have been a part of my whole career. I could have got anyone who could have been executive producer but I want to be genuine and want to live forever," said Montana.
The focal point of the documentary was Montana's mother, who had sacrificed 25 years of her life in the United States to ensure the well-being of her family, even without seeing her own relatives during that time. Montana spoke highly of his mother, referring to her as the real hero in his life.
When questioned about his feelings toward his absent father, Montana displayed an unexpected level of understanding and gratitude. He revealed that he harbored no resentment towards his dad for leaving him in challenging circumstances.
"No. I think he expected me to but I dint. My heart is not built like that. To me I think it was a good thing that he left me in a situation like this. I would never have been French Montana. I thanked him. I thanked him for leaving me," said Montana.
The reunion with the Ghetto kids was a joyous occasion for both Montana and the talented dancers. Patricia Nabakooza, one of the members of the group, expressed excitement and gratitude for being invited to perform alongside French Montana once again.
She spoke about their sense of family and how they feel genuinely appreciated as integral parts of his journey.
The Ghetto Kids' star power continues to rise, and their remarkable performances recently caught the attention of audiences worldwide when they became finalists on the prestigious British talent show, "Britain's Got Talent" in 2023.
