Singer Lekan Osifeso Junior, better known as Lojay, has challenged the widely held belief that individuals from affluent backgrounds have an advantage in the music industry.
He argues that the path to success in the Nigerian music scene is actually more challenging for those from wealthy families, as there is a tendency among Nigerians to mock the wealthy.
In a recent interview with City 105.1 FM, Lagos, the ‘Monalisa’ crooner shared his perspective, stating that he is a prime example of someone who has overcome these obstacles. He believes that his talent is undeniable, regardless of his privileged background.
“Nigerians like rich-shaming. It’s not limited to just the music industry. Once they feel like you have an edge… It’s funny because rich kids don’t have an edge. If anything, they come into the music industry on the back foot because people feel they are already rich and don’t deserve much support,” he said.
The Interviewer asked: “Did you ever experience that?”
Lojay replied: “I’m undeniably talented. They can’t try that with me. Let them challenge me on the mic.
“Mine was an inevitable situation. I heard myself before I decided to be an artist. I didn’t deceive myself. I have never done payola. My parents didn’t use their wealth to influence people to accept my music. My rich background has not influenced my career positively. If anything, being from a rich home is a disadvantage in the music industry.”
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