‘My dad was disappointed in me,’ Fireboy DML Reveals

YBNL hitmaker Fireboy DML revealed in his MTV Base Behind The Story interview that his dad was disappointed in his decision to pursue a musical career.

Adedamola Adefolahan aka Fireboy DML spoke about his relatively normal childhood in Abeokuta before discovering music as his life’s purpose in his second year at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.

His parents expected that he would venture into academia. Fireboy said it was not surprising that his dad expressed disappointment in his career choice after his graduation.

However, Fireboy revealed that with his new-found success, his parents have gotten over their disappointment; even becoming his biggest fans.

In the interview, he narrated the journey to developing his unique sound – a fresh medley of afro-pop and R&B, that gives off some alte vibes at the same time.

Fireboy, also told the story behind ‘Jealous’, one of the major hits on his Laughter, Tears, and Goosebumps album. According to him, it was inspired by an unhealthy relationship he had just gotten out of.

He, however, knew the song was ‘the one’ after listening to the first studio recording.

Watch the video of Jealous below:

The singer also shed light on the struggles he faced as an ‘underground artiste’. He talked about how hard it was trying to draw attention to his music. He also reminisced on how he got signed on to the YBNL label; through a phone call from the CEO, Olamide “Baddo”.

Following the release of LTG, Fireboy hinted he would go on tours and work on his next music project. When the host Sammy Walsh asked him what video his fans should be expecting next; he simply responded, saying ‘wait and see’.

On how upcoming artistes can improve their music so they can attract the right people; Fireboy shared some insights from his experience on the show.

Fireboy’s episode draws the curtain on this season of Behind The Story, the thrilling MTV Base content where Nigeria’s biggest entertainment stars tell it all on their journey to the limelight; offering viewers a peek into the name behind the fame.

You can catch up on all the episodes of the season on MTV Base Africa on Youtube from April 28, 2020.