Omah Lay reveals how real Afrobeat music is dying
Written by maxfmeditor3 on May 10, 2023
Omah Lay
Afrobeats Popstar, Omah Lay, has opened up about his journey to fame and the pains that came with it. In a recent interview with Steph TV, the singer revealed that he dealt with suicidal thoughts while making his debut album ‘Boy Alone,’ which was released in July 2022.
Omah Lay stated that he turned his pain into art and believes that real musicians make music from their pain. He lamented that the music industry is losing touch with real music and real musicians.
“Real music is dying, and I’m one of the few real ones left,” he said.
The album ‘Boy Alone’ captures the pain that Omah Lay felt while trying to cope with fame. The album’s content has been comically described as “Afrodepression” by listeners. According to Omah Lay, the album is a piece of art that will remain relevant for years to come.
“People call it Afrodepression, but don’t worry. In ten years, you will go back to the album because everyone goes through things,” he said.
Omah Lay advised people who are going through difficult times to take the time to fix their minds. He added that life is beautiful when you feed your mind right.
During the interview, Omah Lay talked about the motivation behind his music and how he manages to stay creative. He stated that he was in a deep hole while making ‘Boy Alone’ and that he had to be there to help others get out of it.
“I was suicidal. I was really f**ked up. I think I had to be there to actually help people who are there to get out of it. It will take a very bold person to speak about it so openly.”
Omah Lay also criticized the shallow nature of Afrobeats music, stating that it is not deep enough. He believes that the music industry is losing touch with real musicians and that people like him will always try to keep real music alive.
“Everybody is out there saying Afrobeats is not so deep, and it’s just vibes. This is because everyone is out there making hype. The real music is dead. That’s why people like me will always try. I’m one of the realest you can find, and I’m putting it on Afrobeats.”
Omah Lay has become one of the most prominent Afrobeats artists in recent years. He has won several awards and has collaborated with some of the biggest names in the industry. Despite his success, he remains grounded and focused on creating real music.
In conclusion, Omah Lay’s interview with Steph TV sheds light on the struggles that come with fame and the importance of making real music. He believes that his album ‘Boy Alone’ is a piece of art that captures his pain and will remain relevant for years to come. Omah Lay is one of the few real musicians in the Afrobeats industry, and he is determined to keep real music alive.
See also:
