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“I Become A Child When Around Him” – Fireboy Recounts Meeting Wande Coal [Video]

Nigerian singer, Fireboy DML has expressed his admiration for veteran artist Wande Coal, crediting him for playing a major role in his musical journey.

During an episode of the Is This Seat Taken podcast, Fireboy revealed that Wande Coal inspired him to pursue a music career.

The Peru hitmaker said that he feels like a child whenever he’s around Wande Coal and described their first meeting as a dream come true.

He said: “It was a dream at first meeting Wande Coal. I become a child when he is around. He is a legend. So that [meeting him] was a blessing and a surreal moment.”

Fireboy DML recently honored the singer with a tribute track titled “Wande’s Song” on his fourth album, Adedamola.

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Watch the video below:

KanyiDaily recalls that Fireboy DML recently revealed how he left a show feeling overlooked and unnoticed after his performance failed to gain any recognition.

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Tobias Sylvester

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