Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has revealed how becoming a father has changed his life, describing the transformation as the most significant experience of his recent years.
The 39-year-old father of three made this revelation in a personal newsletter he sent to his followers, discussing his professional path, family life, and personal development.
According to him, life has changed faster than he ever imagined, and the past few months have brought major achievements and fulfilment both in his music career and personal life.
“One day you are praying quietly over dreams that still feel far away, and then suddenly you realise those same dreams are now your actual life.
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“There’s been so much movement, so many wins, so much life that makes all the toiling worth it,” he stated.
Speaking about his latest project, Formation, the singer said his passion for creating music remains as strong as ever despite spending years in the industry.
“There’s something beautiful about being able to make music that I enjoy after all these years. I love creating, I love hearing an idea come alive for the first time,” he said.
The singer also discussed his long-held desire to play with an orchestra, saying that the notion originated in a discussion with fellow vocalist Asa years prior.
But according to Adekunle Gold, the most significant change in his life has occurred outside of the spotlight and celebrity.
“The biggest change in my life has actually been happening at home. I’m now a father of two,” he disclosed.
Describing the experience as emotional and life-changing, the singer said fatherhood has given him a deeper understanding of love and happiness.
“I’ve been completely consumed with joy over my son. Sometimes I’m holding him and looking at his sister, and I genuinely lose track of everything else for a moment. The noise disappears. The pressure disappears. The world slows down. It’s the best feeling,” he wrote.
He added that many people only see the success publicly without knowing the sacrifices and faith that shaped his journey over the years.
