
British singer and rapper Khyra Wilson, known as Kwn, has clarified her ancestry, stating she is half-Nigerian rather than Jamaican, contrary to assumptions many fans make because of her musical style and cultural influences. Speaking on the Culture podcast, Kwn explained that her sound is heavily shaped by Jamaican and Caribbean culture, which she said has led to the widespread misunderstanding about her heritage.
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