opened up on his love life in a rare meeting
with journalists in Lagos on Wednesday.
The self-styled Kokomaster was clearly in
his elements as he talked at length, amid
occasional bouts of laughter, about his
career and
other issues that were important
to him. One of the subjects was about his
rumoured relationship with Nollywood
actress, Genevieve Nnaji.
Judging by the manner in which the actress’
name kept popping off his lips, it was
obvious that D’banj had a very soft spot for
her.
Aware that the grapevine had bristled with the
rumour that he was romantically involved with
Genevieve, ever since she appeared in the 2010
video of his hit song, ‘Fall in Love ’, the singer said
the actress had played a role in his success.
“Apart from the fact that she is my friend,
she has been a part of my success. There is
no way you are going to tell my story that
Genevieve’s name will not come up because
she featured in my biggest song of all time,
Fall in Love. So if E True Story comes to
Nigeria to interview me, she will definitely be
called upon to tell my story,” he said.
As if to confirm that there was more to his
relationship with the actress than he had always
admitted, D’banj added,
“I would love to have Genevieve as my wife.
We never can tell what God plans for us in
the future. I have studied her and I realised
that anyone that has her as his woman has
found himself a treasure. Just like the Bible
says, any man who finds a wife, finds a good
thing.”
On remaining relevant, he said:
“So much has happened in the last 18
months and I am very thankful to God. By the
Grace of God, I have remained relevant for
nearly a decade in the music industry and I
have released hit songs every year. Also, I
am glad that I have been chosen to headline
the Hennessy Artistry this year. This is one
brand that understands the importance of
aligning with the entertainment industry.
“My career is barely 10 years old. But with
the success I have achieved so far, it feels
like three decades already. Within my first 10
years as a musician, I have recorded the
biggest song and shot the most viewed
music video of all time, ‘ Oliver Twist ’. I must
say I am humbled and getting ready to take
over,” he said.
Without mincing words, D’banj noted that the
history of his career and the resulting
accomplishments will be incomplete without
mentioning his humble beginning with the defunct
Mo’Hits Records. The mere mention of his
erstwhile colleagues, including Don Jazzy, seemed
to awaken nostalgic feelings in him.
“If I say I don’t miss Don Jazzy, I am lying. I
have spent the better part of my career with
him. I was married to him in a way (laughs).
So I miss everything about Mo’Hits : the
family, the movement, and the vibe of being
in the studio with him. I miss the jokes and
the arguments, but I have since keyed into
the notion that nothing can stop a moving
train.
“Nevertheless we can always do music
together. The track, ‘Top of the World’ was
produced by a Grammy Award Winner. The
songs ‘Finally ’ and ‘Don’t Tell Me Nonsense’
was produced by my producer while ‘Oliver
Twist ’ was produced by Don Jazzy. So, why
won’t I have him on my 10 years anniversary
album?
“I have never said I am a musician; I am an
entertainer. Some people say I can pick up a
microphone and become a comedian.
Therefore nobody should come and ask if I
want to go into acting because they should
know I am already an actor. It depends on
when the right script and concept lands in
my hands.
“For now, I am concerned about achieving
new things and breaking new grounds. By
the time I enter Hollywood, I believe that I’ll
become as successful as I have been as a
singer. The movie titled ‘I am Banga Lee’,
starring Genevieve, to be released in 2014,
won’t be a bad idea,” He said.
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