Recently, the Austin-American Statesman published a list of their Fortunate 500. The list was sectioned off to include everything from Food, Nightlife, Education, Movies, and of course... Music - which Nakia's album, Water To Wine, was "fortunate" enough to be chosen to be listed among some of Austin's finest musicians and music-related business folks. Here's what Nakia had to say...

By itself, it is an honor to named of Austin's Fortunate 500. In a city full of so many great and talented people, to narrow it down must be a mighty task that I would never want to take on. However, I am especially humbled to be included on a list where you can find the likes of Rose Reyes, Ed Bailey, Terry Lickonia, Bob Schneider, Susan Antone, and Suzanna Choffel - just to name a few. Thank you to the Statesman and thank you to Austin for continuing to believe in me and nurture my very soul." - Nakia

To take a list at the entire list of the Fortunate 500 for Music, visit Austin360.com.

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