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"Until the philosophy which holds one culture (race) superior and another inferior is finally and permanently discredited and abandoned there will be war! Until there is no longer first class and second-class citizens of any nation there will be war! Until the color of a humans skin is of no more significant than the color of their eyes there will be war! Until the basic human rights are equally guaranteed to all with out regard to culture there will be war! Until that day the dream of lasting peace, world citizenship and international morality will remain but a fleeting illusion to be pursued and never attained!


Everywhere is war. " ~ E. Haille Selassie 1. Babylon by Bus, Bob Marley

About the Artist: SAHJ*KAYA

Born: Rhonda Marie Grier Baker, January 23
Birthplace: Flint Michigan
Graduate: University of Missouri-Columbia
Resident: Kansas City, MO, USA

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Motivations: I am inspired by love; it is the most powerful energy on the earth. It is the author of our creation. I've always loved to sing and have sang in talent shows choirs, and benefits much of my life, but I began taking my music seriously in 1983 after hearing Bob Marley for the first time. When I heard Bob Marley's music and lyrics I felt an immediate spiritual connection. It was music that felt good with an infectious sound and a profound message for the mind, body and spirit. Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Michael Jackson, Earth, Wind, and Fire, have all had a great influence on me as an artist because of their enlightening, insightful lyrics and varied musical expressions.

Career: Founder/Director Reginald J. Gibson Memorial, Foundation for Education; Spiritual Counselor, Author, Lyricist, Singer/Songwriter, Poetess, Educator, Motivational Speaker, Peace Activist, Ambassador for Peace, Ex. Producer and Host; Reggae, Culture, Rising Cable Music/Video Show, Dj; Culture Exchange Radio Show, MO State Coordinator, for "Million Woman March," 1997, Chairwoman 147th Chapter of the African American International Women's Federation for Peace and Progress, Chaplain of the Ethiopian World Federation Inc.

Travel and Performances: SAHJ*KAYA has performed around the world including: Kansas City, Saint Louis, New York, Oakland, Louisiana, Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Cairo, Athens, Montego Bay, Israel, Turkey, Greece, Egypt and through the trench town of Jamaica. Performances include KC SpiritFest, Heart of America Jam Fest, American Rights Festival, Hemp Festival and more.
SAHJ*KAYA has captivated audiences around the world.