In a recent installment of the Afrobeats Podcast, hosted by Adesope Olajide, Nigerian music sensation Michael Adebayo Olayinka, widely recognized as Ruger, openly discussed his desire to establish himself as a formidable presence in the music industry, emphasizing the significance of leaving a lasting mark in such a fiercely competitive field.

Ruger, renowned for his chart-topping hit "Asiwaju," drew attention not only for the track's audacious lyrics but also for its unique blend of Pidgin and Yoruba languages. During the podcast interview, Ruger delved into the inspiration behind this particular song, revealing its profound personal significance to him.

Moreover, Ruger disclosed during the conversation that he has come to the realization that only a select few within the industry genuinely support him for who he is.

He singled out rapper Dremo as the only friend he has in the music industry.

In his words;

“It [‘Asiwaju’] is everything. It’s a viby song. It’s also a personal message because I don’t want anyone to look at me as not dangerous.

“When people don’t see you as a threat, it’s bad. There are a lot of artists that are in that category. Sorry, and it’s bad, honestly. When you are about to release music and nobody is shaking; you announced a single/project release date and nobody is bothered. It’s really bad.

“You’ve to make yourself a threat. People have to anticipate your release whether it’s good or bad. That’s the level I’m on right now. It’s deliberate. I want my colleagues to see me as a threat. You can’t be a softy. You either be a monster or you be food. Many people are foods right now. The music business taught be to be hard. It’s not all love, mehn. I can’t lie to you. Just follow your own pace and be that monster.”

Hhhh. Forward

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