Reminisce recounts Radio station’s rejection due to Yoruba music

Renowned indigenous rapper, Reminisce, opened up about a significant rejection he faced in the early stages of his music career. The ‘King Of Boys’ star, whose real name is Remilekun Abdulkalid Safaru, shared details of the rejection during a recent interview with Zikoko.

Reminisce revealed that his first major rejection occurred when he and singer 9ice submitted their music CDs to a radio station on the Island for airplay. The feedback they received was disheartening, with the radio station rejecting their CDs because they primarily performed in Yoruba, a Nigerian language.

The rejection unfolded as they were told that 9ice’s style of singing, predominantly in Yoruba, was likened to that of a “Babalawo” (native doctor). Additionally, Reminisce was criticized for his rap style, with one person suggesting that he rap more like Ruggedman. The discouraging verdict was for both artists to revisit their career choices and find something more worthwhile.

Reminisce vividly recalled the experience, emphasizing that it was his first major rejection, and he will always remember it. He also empathized with 9ice, indicating that he believes his fellow artist has not forgotten that moment either.