Singer, Dapo Oyebanji, aka D’banj, finally 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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