Nigerian singer and songwriter Lojay has revealed that he once believed becoming a pop star would give him unlimited access to women, but says his perspective changed after discovering the level of discipline required to sustain a successful music career.
Speaking on an episode of the I Said What I Said podcast, the “Monalisa” hitmaker admitted that he initially assumed fame in the music industry would come with endless romantic opportunities.
According to him, that mindset shifted when he realised that maintaining longevity in the entertainment industry requires self-control and discipline.
“There is a lot of temptation in the music industry. You will see a lot of things, but you are not meant to touch,” he said.
“I used to think I would frolic with a lot of ladies because there are babes everywhere. But when you have about 100 girls talking to you, that is when you need to cultivate discipline.
“I realised if you want a long career like the Big 3, you have to stay away from too many girls.”
Lojay further disclosed that one of the biggest cultural shocks he experienced after breaking into the mainstream music scene was discovering that the flashy lifestyles of established artists were not as glamorous as they had seemed when he was still an underground act.
The singer noted that contrary to popular belief, many successful musicians live highly disciplined lives and are careful about their conduct because of the reputations they must protect.
He, however, added that his personal temperament has also helped him remain more disciplined than some of his colleagues, particularly in resisting excessive womanising and extravagant living.
Lojay’s remarks offer a rare glimpse into the realities behind the glamour of stardom, highlighting the discipline and restraint often required to build lasting success in Nigeria’s competitive music industry.
ELIJAH ADEYEMI
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