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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.

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.

Tobias Sylvester

Tobias Sylvester is the news editor for Kanyi Daily News and is based in Lagos. Contact Tobias at editor@kanyidaily.com. Got a confidential tip? Submit it here

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