Popular Nigerian singer, Onoyom Mbuk, professionally known as Iyanya, has stated that many of his colleagues are depressed but are pretending to be happy and fulfilled online.
The “Kukere” hitmaker stated this in a recent chat with popular media personality Chude Jideonwo.
You will recall that in December 2022, Iyanya opened up about his difficulties in a series of Twitter posts. He recounted how he struggled to land shows in December 2021 and even had to beg to perform at shows just to get visibility.
In recounting his struggles and return to the spotlight in the chat with Chude, the singer stated that his tweets inspired many people.
“It is the reality of the game, you know. When you are out for a while coming back is even harder. Most people don’t even come back. When you come back like that you have to let people know that sharing our stories inspires so many people.
“So many people reached out to me to say ‘thank you for that tweet you made. You’ve inspired me’.
“We [artists] don’t share this [vulnerable] part of our lives. That is why so many people are frustrated not knowing that another person is going through something worse than theirs.
“A lot [of musicians are depressed]. A whole lot. The people who you see out there making you feel like things is good, they are the ones going through worst things. So, they try to make you feel like they are right. People are going through a lot. So, you have to be vulnerable with your experiences.” He said.
