- Popular Nigerian rapper Reminisce compares fame to a hard drug, describing it as “very intoxicating” during an interview with Naija FM in Lagos.
- The artist emphasizes the complexities and challenges that accompany celebrity status, highlighting the emotional toll it can take.
- He shares his strategy for handling fame by viewing people in the industry as colleagues rather than friends.
In an interview with Naija FM in Lagos, Nigerian rapper Remilekun Abdulkhalid Safaru, popularly known as Reminisce, shared his thoughts on the challenges of fame, likening it to a “hard drug.”
The artist, known for his hit single “Alaga Ibile,” spoke candidly about the intoxicating nature of celebrity status.
“Fame is a hard drug. It’s very intoxicating,” Reminisce said in part during the interview.
When asked how he copes with the pressures of being in the spotlight, the rapper revealed a unique perspective.
He stated that he sees others in the industry as colleagues rather than friends, which helps him manage his expectations and avoid placing too much trust in them.
“I see people as colleagues and not friends,” he added.
In similar news, Nigerian rapper Reminisce has shared his experiences and insights from navigating the music industry.
In an interview with Naija FM, he emphasized the importance of setting boundaries and being cautious about who to trust.
Reminisce explained that his early experiences taught him that fame can be a double-edged sword, clouding judgment and leading to poor decision-making.
Reminisce advised aspiring artists to be aware of their surroundings and to be mindful of the people they surround themselves with.
He stressed that it’s normal to have people around when you’re successful, but it’s crucial to determine what you want and to prioritize your own success…
“…One of the things I did in life earlier on was to realise that nobody is my friend…