Multi-award-winning Nigerian Afrobeat and pop singer Joeboy has shared a valuable lesson about the importance of trusting oneself when making decisions. The 27-year-old artist, born Joseph Akinwale, recently opened up about an experience in his career that taught him not to take every piece of advice at face value.
Joeboy recounted a time when he sought guidance on whether or not to release a particular song. The individual he consulted advised against it, arguing that the track wouldn’t resonate with fans because it wasn’t a love song. Joeboy, who is widely known for his romantic hits, was told that the song lacked the “banger” quality required to be successful.
“There was a time I called the person who does my ESP stuff, and I told him I wanted to change my song. And he asked me if I was sure, and I said yes,” Joeboy revealed. He proceeded to play a sample of the song’s changes, hoping for a different reaction. However, the individual maintained their stance, suggesting that the track’s vibe wasn’t right.
“I then played a couple of songs, and they told me that it was not a club banger and not high tempo. They said, ‘Are you sure this is where you wanna go? It is not a love song, and you know that people love you for your love songs,’” Joeboy explained.
Despite the seemingly logical argument, Joeboy chose to trust his instincts and release the song. His decision turned out to be one of the best he has ever made. The song was well received, proving that sometimes, sticking to one’s gut feeling can lead to success, even when others doubt the vision.
Joeboy’s experience serves as a reminder that while advice can be helpful, it is not always the ultimate determinant of one’s decisions. In creative fields like music, personal intuition often plays a crucial role in defining an artist’s journey. He encourages people to weigh advice carefully but not to be swayed entirely by others’ opinions, especially when it conflicts with their own beliefs and artistic direction.
His story is a testament to the importance of self-trust and believing in one’s craft. Whether in music, business, or personal growth, Joeboy’s experience reinforces the need to filter advice, trust one’s instincts, and take bold steps toward individual success.
