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Popular Afrobeats artist, Orezi, has finally broken his silence on why he’s been missing from the Nigerian music scene in recent years. Known for his hit track Ogede, the singer opened up during a candid interview on Hip TV’s Trending, where he reflected on the personal decisions that led to his fade from the limelight. Eyes Of Lagos reports,

Orezi revealed that a drop in ambition and a taste for comfort contributed significantly to his slowdown. According to him, the hunger that once drove his rise to fame gradually fizzled out as he prioritized enjoyment over career progression.

“I lost my competitive edge. I got too comfortable, always on vacation and enjoying life. That fire, that ambition—it just wasn’t there anymore. And once you step out of the race, it’s hard to keep up,” he itted.

The Shoki hitmaker also highlighted how crucial consistency and competitiveness are in sustaining a music career, drawing comparisons to Afrobeats superstar Davido. Despite already securing global fame and wealth, Davido’s relentless drive continues to set him apart.

“Look at Davido—he’s already on top, but he still grinds like an up-and-comer. That hustle keeps him consistent. That’s the difference,” Orezi explained.

His honesty sheds light on a side of fame that many fans rarely see—the emotional and mental grind behind the music. It’s a reminder that beyond talent, staying relevant requires continuous effort, hunger, and resilience.

Could this revelation signal a comeback for Orezi? Fans are hoping so.

https://eyesoflagos.com/2025/05/14/why-i-stepped-back-from-the-spotlight-orezi-opens-up-on-music-hiatus/

Simply put, he fell off.

Story alaye...

You try

I ike what u did....is better to quit now than to dey give us nonsense songs in the name of remaining relevant ....am tired of some of the noise am hearing this days in the name of music and is even more disturbing when is coming out from well respected brands....

Who's orezi

So now what should we do?

Lies

Starboytwo:
Story alaye...

You try

even before we read na story

Orezi that year ... I love that him song 'Shuperu

If not for beats, most Nigerian songs won't fly. Na just too much noise, no substance. The songs are even sounding the same now with this amapiano vibes in them. See Davido for example, pure noise wallahi.

Orezi that year

Jobless mofos!

This just proves that most of these noise makers hip hop artistes are just looking for what to eat. Imagine; you hadn't even reached the level of Davido and Wizkid even when you thought you were famous, yet you decided to relax. Little comfort and you fell off

Eyah

And the guy sabi sing o

Everything's am expiry date...

DMCY:
Simply put, he fell off.

very sharp summary

donpata:
If not for beats, most Nigerian songs won't fly. Na just too much noise, no substance. The songs are even sounding the same now with this amapiano vibes in them. See Davido for example, pure noise wallahi.

Whether you like it or not, nigerian music has melody, music is not about susbatance, its what the brain reaction to hearing a sound does to you body. Fcukk substance.. if you want substsnce, make you go listen to poetry and spoken words.

It is a ghen ghen

donpata:
If not for beats, most Nigerian songs won't fly. Na just too much noise, no substance. The songs are even sounding the same now with this amapiano vibes in them. See Davido for example, pure noise wallahi.

g Davido pure noise… it okay

Oreti man dey sing for weeks jor. I love all his features with Davido.

Me and this dude dey together for FemiAutos two months back, open minded guy

Love his truth...

The average person never takes ability for their actions - they probably woulda claimed they got busy with life, had other engagements etc.

Major lesson from the tho - consistency! Be consistent to stay relevant

Very good,

Acceptance - the first step, now it's left for you to either step up the grind or move aside.

donpata:
If not for beats, most Nigerian songs won't fly. Na just too much noise, no substance. The songs are even sounding the same now with this amapiano vibes in them. See Davido for example, pure noise wallahi.

That's why music has Genres, you can't be listening to dancehall or party music and be expecting to hear life lessons. Look for soul music.

Kingdavid579:
Who's orezi

Who is asking?

DMCY:
Simply put, he fell off.

Ok, at least he itted that, how about your own life? Always quick to judge people.

He said some fact though.

Small money and fame will make majority of people lazy and relentless.

Its very common with Nigeria and America culture. We glorify enjoyment and leisure.

That zee to keep struggling like you are not there yet will be very low.

I have been stagnant for years because of little comfort i have. It will only get worst with your circle of friends or people around you.


If you mix yourself with people ahead of you. You will always feel bad about your present condition and strive to climb further.

As an artist that made fame and success. You need to buy songs and use the best producer.

You cant afford to be making rubbish songs. Songs are filtered vigorously by removing rubbish words and sentences. Senseless line.

Even if they don’t make a hit. But anyone that listens will know they of quality

redcliff:


Whether you like it or not, nigerian music has melody, music is not about susbatance, its what the brain reaction to hearing a sound does to you body. Fcukk substance.. if you want substsnce, make you go listen to poetry and spoken words.

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

redcliff:


Whether you like it or not, nigerian music has melody, music is not about susbatance, its what the brain reaction to hearing a sound does to you body. Fcukk substance.. if you want substsnce, make you go listen to poetry and spoken words.

You dey mind am.. Go and see how the whites folks vibe to the music you call noise.. But you will carry theirs on your head,where all you hear is Fck U nigga. Fck u bitch.. Black minds

A musician plays music at all times not because or only when he's hungry or broke.

donpata:
If not for beats, most Nigerian songs won't fly. Na just too much noise, no substance. The songs are even sounding the same now with this amapiano vibes in them. See Davido for example, pure noise wallahi.

Do you shake body to those noises or not?

Kingpele:
I ike what u did....is better to quit now than to dey give us nonsense songs in the name of remaining relevant ....am tired of some of the noise am hearing this days in the name of music and is even more disturbing when is coming out from well respected brands....

99% churns out garbage and brings back lot of garbage