Afrobeats star Zinoleesky has revealed that he did a lot of “crazy” things for music and even absconded from home at a young age to pursue a music career.
In an interview with SB Live, Zinoleesky explained that his Nigerian parents are often in denial when their children choose a career in the entertainment industry, as they prefer professional courses.
“Nigerian parents are always in denial whenever you want to do stuffs like music. They want you to do a professional course or learn a trade. So, you just have to find a way. Me, I did some crazy stuffs. I ran away from home to do music,” he said.
The ‘Kilofeshe’ crooner also revealed that he started his music career as a rapper before switching to singing.
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Zinoleesky became an internet sensation in 2017 after freestyle videos gained viral traction online.
There were rumours that he turned down a recording offer from Davido’s DMW. In December 2019, he signed to Naira Marley’s record label, Marlian Music.
He rose to prominence with the release of his debut album, Chrome Eccentric, featuring hit tracks like ‘Ma Pariwo’ and ‘Kilofeshe’.
In February, Fabian Blu ex ex-Marlian Records signee, alleged that he was introduced to drugs during his time at the label he described as “too gangster”.
The singer spoke against the label he was signed to from 2020 to 2022 in a recent interview on WithChude.
Blu claimed that his time at Marlian Records was akin to being “imprisoned”.
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During his stint at the label, owned by Naira Marley, the singer released five songs, including ‘Instagram’ and ‘Rolla Costa’.
He also collaborated with fellow Marlian Records signees, such as Zinoleesky and the late Mohbad.
During the interview, the singer said his experience at the label was marred by allegations of tribalism, exploitation, and substance abuse.
