Asake, a budding talent in the Nigerian music scene, recently opened up about his journey to stardom and the unexpected twists and turns that came with it, including some valuable advice. from his mentor, Olamide.
In a candid confession, Aake reveals how he excitedly shared the news of his first big paycheck with his girlfriend, hoping to celebrate together. To mark the occasion, he generously gifted her 2 million naira. But shockingly, she refused the gift because she thought it was too small compared to his newly achieved success.
Feeling confused by his girlfriend’s reaction, Aake turned to his mentor and record label boss, Olamide, for guidance. Olamide doesn’t just offer career advice; he also became a guiding light in Aake’s personal life. He suggests reconsidering his relationship and transferring the money to his mother instead.
Remembering Olamide’s words, Aake made the difficult decision to break up with his girlfriend and send money to his mother. Looking back, he is grateful for Olamide’s wisdom, while also realizing how positively it impacted his family. Thanks to Olamide’s advice, his mother used the money to establish a successful food supply store, freeing her from financial worries.
Aake’s story sheds light on Olamide’s role not only as a label boss but also as a mentor and father figure. In addition to shaping the careers of artists, Olamide also helps their personal lives, imparting invaluable life lessons.
