Nigerian singer Daniel Benson, popularly known as BNXN, has shared his experience of ending some close friendships after releasing his second studio album, Captain. In an interview with Nadeska on Apple Music's The Nadeska Show, BNXN explained that he discovered troubling issues involving people close to him months after releasing Captain in July 2025. He revealed that these relationships posed a threat to his career, leading him to sever ties to avoid potential consequences.
BNXN did not identify the people involved or disclose what he discovered, but emphasized the importance of paying attention to one's instincts when dealing with friends and others trusted. He advised that it is crucial to take time and notice what one's subconscious tells them, especially when interacting with people considered friends or trusted individuals. This experience has contributed to his personal growth and reflections on relationships.
Beyond the friendships, BNXN recalled facing uncertainty about organizing his career during a period when he had no management or team. He described himself as one of Nigeria's eight most streamed artistes at the time, yet struggled to navigate his career without proper support. This situation was difficult for him to reconcile with his standing in the music industry.
BNXN also spoke about the challenge of maintaining confidence during difficult periods, particularly when professional success did not resolve the problems around him. He questioned how to remind himself of his accomplishments on tough days. This introspection has likely influenced his music and personal development.
The singer began reorganizing his affairs, linking this process to the development of his recent work, Still In Charge. He started to restructure and get everything in order, which led to the creation of new music. This period of reorganization followed the release of Captain, a 16-track project featuring various artists.
Captain was BNXN's second studio album, released after his 2023 debut studio album, Sincerely Benson. The album received a review examining its sound and creative direction. BNXN has previously performed under the name Buju before adopting his current professional name in 2022.
BNXN's earlier projects include Sorry I'm Late and Bad Since 97, both released in 2022. His music career has been marked by growth and exploration of different sounds. The experience of ending friendships and reorganizing his career has contributed to his personal and professional development.
Key points
- Bnxn ended some friendships after releasing 'Captain' due to threats to his career.
- The singer emphasized the importance of paying attention to one's instincts in relationships.
- BNXN has released several projects, including 'Sincerely Benson', 'Sorry I'm Late', and 'Bad Since 97'.
