Nigerian music star Mr Eazi has revealed that Chelsea Football Club once considered signing him, alongside John Obi Mikel, before he chose to pursue a career in music. In a radio interview with Beat FM, Mr Eazi recalled an alleged opportunity to join the English club around the time Mikel was linked with a move there. He claims that Chelsea approached him to sign before Mikel Obi when they were at the same academy.
According to Mr Eazi, he turned down Chelsea's offer because he believed he could succeed in music, while Mikel was focused on football. He jokingly claimed that Mikel did not have the talent to become a musician, while he had a better chance of making it in the industry. Mr Eazi's decision allowed Mikel to shine in West London, where he went on to spend 11 years at Chelsea, winning major honors including two Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League.
Mr Eazi's claim about Chelsea's interest in him was made in the context of his current approach to the music industry. He suggested that he was willing to take a step back and allow other artistes to enjoy the spotlight after making money from his career. The singer has established himself in the Nigerian and international music scenes with songs such as 'Leg Over' and 'Pour Me Water'.
Mr Eazi connected his decision to step back from the spotlight to a phrase by fellow Nigerian singer Seyi Vibez, who described it as "Let your brother shine." Mr Eazi repeated the phrase while explaining his decision to give other artistes room to shine. He believes that after making a significant impact in the music industry, it's time for others to take center stage.
John Obi Mikel, who eventually joined Chelsea in 2006, has had a successful football career, winning numerous titles with the club. Meanwhile, Mr Eazi has built a reputation as a talented musician, with a string of hit songs to his name. His decision to pursue music has clearly paid off, with a significant following in Nigeria and beyond.
Mr Eazi's interview with Beat FM has generated significant interest among fans, with many discussing his claims about Chelsea's interest in him. While the authenticity of his claims is unclear, his decision to pursue music has undoubtedly made him a household name. His comments about Mikel Obi's alleged lack of musical talent have also sparked debate among fans.
The story highlights Mr Eazi's successful music career and his willingness to give other artistes a chance to shine. His approach to the music industry is an interesting perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by artistes in Nigeria and beyond. With a career spanning several years, Mr Eazi continues to be a significant figure in the Nigerian music scene.
Key points
- Mr Eazi claims Chelsea considered signing him before John Obi Mikel but chose music instead.
- He jokingly claimed that Mikel lacked musical talent, while he believed he could succeed in music.
- Mr Eazi is now taking a step back to allow other artistes to shine in the spotlight.
