Talented music star Omah Lay has opened up about the emotional struggles he faces in the music industry, revealing his deep feelings of being unloved.
In a heartfelt interview, the musician shared that he often feels a lack of love and support, particularly from the media and industry insiders.
During a candid conversation with Amazon Music, Omah Lay confessed that he copes with this painful reality by retreating into a fantasy world, a place where he can find solace.
He expressed his feelings, saying …
“I have my fans, family, and team, but I don’t feel loved, especially by the media and the people who call themselves the gatekeepers.”
“This is something I’ve never talked about before. I’m the type of artist who lives in a fantasy world, spending about 90 percent of my time in my head.”
Omah Lay also discussed the additional challenges he faces as a Nigerian artist, particularly when traveling with a Nigerian passport.
He explained …
“Traveling, especially with a Nigerian passport, has exposed me to the cruelty of the world in ways I never expected.”
“Immigration officers often treat me poorly when they see my Nigerian passport, only changing their behavior when they realize that I’m Omah Lay.”
"I don't feel loved especially by the media and the people that call themselves the gatekeepers"
– Omah Lay pic.twitter.com/uZb866duyG
— @𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗯𝗼𝘆 (@OneJoblessBoy) August 17, 2024