Timi Dakolo, the renowned Nigerian singer and songwriter, provides clarity about the nature of his artistry .

The singer emphasized that despite the gospel influences in his music, he does not consider himself a gospel artist.

He emphasised that his musical approach is broad and that he cannot be classified into a specific genre.

The singer clarified this during his appearance at Cool FM Lagos, hosted by OAP Do2dtun .

The host inquired,: “People sort of categorize you into gospel.” Are you a gospel musician?”

Timi Dakolo replied; “I am not, by any chance. I always say to people, ‘Is there a gospel banker or architect?’ It is you that decided that is what you want to do. Art is art.

“I am just an artist. In fact, I am not an artist; I am a creator of art. You can box my music into a particular genre. I am much more than a wedding singer. ‘Great Nation’ and ‘Wish Me Well’ are not wedding songs. If listen to my new album, you are going to hear that [my diversity]. ‘Men Of The South’ is a song about cultural pride.”

He also explained that he performs at gospel gatherings since he is a Christian.

Recall also that the father of two stated in a tweet that some people are unaware of the love they receive from others.

According to the ‘Iyawo mi’ singer, such people aren’t selfish or anything, but they grew up in homes where survival was prioritized over love.

Timi Dakolo observed that such people want to survive by any means possible, and the popular adage “to love and be loved” is not at the top of their priority list.

He tweeted:

Some people don’t know what to do with all the love you are pouring into them. Not that they are selfish or anything like that,they grew up in a house where survival was priority not LOVE. They just want to survive. To love and be loved is not top on their list. Sad but true.