Aiming high but staying grounded

What is more important to you, fame or fortune?

With fame you get fortune, so hopefully I will get a lucky dose of both. Being a well-known and respected artist is at the top of my list — it’s important to stay passionate and realistic. Are you “hungry” for money ?

Nothing out of the usual. My interest is in achieving my goals and aspirations, and if I do that right, hopefully, the money will follow. Are you a saver or a spender?

I like to think of myself as a bit of both, but I know I can be easily tempted by beautiful things.

I am saving for my future, but I don’t want to put all my money away — I do want to indulge and enjoy the money I have worked for. I know where the line is. What is your biggest extravagance?

I think at the moment it has to

At 19, jazz-pop sensation ChianoSky is racing through SA’s airplay charts following the release of her debut album, ’Hungry’. Her beauty and talent will form a strong platform for success, but how will this young star-to-be handle the imminent fame and fortune, asks Malcolm Rees

be my new Audi A1. I am a proud ambassador for Audi, so I’m feeling very mighty in my beautiful car, travelling in style. Have you ever been really short of cash?

Maybe just before my career started . . . but for the past three years life has been steady. I look at my bank account realistically and make sure I have funds for the future, no matter what happens. Do you give money to beggars?

When there is change lying around, we all end up giving it away.

What is concerning to me is all the manipulation on the streets — some days I feel guilty that I don’t have anything to give away. What did your childhood teach you about money?

When I was growing up, my mother and father both taught me that money indeed does not grow on trees.

I lived with my mom in Johannesburg and my dad lived in Plettenberg Bay, so I got to embrace life the materialistic way and the organic way. What is the best money advice you have ever received?

Don’t get a credit card.