“My Sanity” — Adekunle Gold Gives A Blunt Answer On What Fame Took From Him

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For Adekunle Gold, music may be the career the world knows him for, but creativity did not begin and end with a microphone.

 

In a casual street interview, the singer was asked a simple question: if he had not become a musician, what would he have chosen to do instead?

 

His answer came without hesitation.

 

“Graphics.”

 

That response offered a glimpse into another side of his creative personality. He went on to reveal that he designs his own covers, showing that his interest in visual creativity has remained part of his artistic journey.

 

But the conversation soon moved from career choices to the principles that guide his life.

 

Asked about his philosophy, he delivered a line that was short but loaded with meaning: “What you allow will continue. If you don’t want it to continue, you stop it.”

 

For him, the message is about knowing when to draw the line and refusing to remain in situations one has the power to change.

 

The discussion also touched on the next generation of African creatives and the pressure many young people face to follow existing trends.

 

His advice was clear: “Tell your story. Keep your uniqueness. Be true to yourself.”

 

Rather than trying to become a copy of someone else, he urged young creatives to protect the very qualities that make them different. In an industry where trends can change overnight, staying authentic can be one of the hardest—and most important—things to do.

 

Faith also remains an important part of his outlook.

 

When asked whether he believes in God and how that belief has influenced his career and life, he responded: “Yes, I do believe in God. God is the reason I’m here. He is the reason I’m alive. I’m thankful every time.”

 

The answer reflected a deep sense of gratitude, particularly for life itself and the journey that has brought him to where he is today.

 

Then came the question that changed the mood of the conversation.

 

What has fame robbed you of?

 

The answer was strikingly brief.

 

“My sanity.”

 

Two words, but enough to underline the other side of celebrity life.

 

The sold-out shows, hit records, recognition and public attention may be the part of fame people see, but the personal cost is often harder to measure. His blunt response suggests that the spotlight does not come without pressure.

 

Interestingly, his comments tie back to the philosophy he shared earlier. If fame has brought certain challenges, then knowing what to tolerate and what not to tolerate becomes part of navigating life in the public eye.

 

From revealing that he could have pursued graphics to speaking about God, personal boundaries and the importance of individuality, the conversation showed a side of the singer that goes beyond his music.

 

And perhaps his biggest message to young Africans and aspiring creatives remains the simplest: “Tell your story. Keep your uniqueness. Be true to yourself.”

 

In an industry constantly searching for the next big thing, that may be the most valuable thing a creative can hold on to their own voice.

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