Niniola reflects on early rejections in music, saying family support kept her strong and focused.
She credits live band experience and self-belief for shaping her growth and unique performance style.
Popular Nigerian singer, Niniola, has opened up about her early struggles in the music industry and the inspiration that helped her push through difficult times.
Speaking in a recent interview with VJ Adams on the show Off The Top, the singer highlighted the importance of believing in oneself and receiving support from family and friends.
Niniola revealed that during the early stages of her career, she faced several rejections. However, encouragement from her loved ones gave her the strength to keep going.
“First of all, I would say respect for myself, believe in myself, believe in God, also my family and friends, because they told me constantly that I was good, so it stuck. So when I get the nos, I didn’t give up. I cried, it hurt me. I decided that I would be so good that nobody will be able to question my craft,” she said.
She explained that in a bid to improve her stage presence, she joined a live band where she learned how to engage with an audience and sharpen her performance skills. According to her, this period contributed greatly to her growth as an artist.
Niniola also expressed appreciation to those who have contributed to her journey and supported her evolution over the years.
“I am grateful to God, grateful to everyone that has given me an opportunity, to discover myself and rediscover myself,” she said.
On a personal note, the singer spoke about her childhood and fondly remembered her late father. She described him as someone she was especially close to and said she misses those innocent times.
“I miss my father, I was his favourite. I miss that time, the innocence, not playing bills and my family,” she stated.
