Stanley Omah Didia, famously known as Omah Lay recently opened up about the impact of fame on his mental health.
A conversation with Adesope Olajide, made Safe Heaven singer, Omah Lay to share the challenges he faced when he encountered fame.
The sudden popularity played on his mental well-being, as he grappled with the accompanying expectations and demands.
The pressure to sustain his success and constantly cater to his fans became overwhelming, significantly affecting his mental state.
Omah Lay confessed that he was navigating through uncharted territory during this phase, and it took time for him to adapt to the realities of his newfound stardom.
As time went by, he came to the realization that he couldn’t continue to measure his progress against others or keep pace with the fast-moving music industry.
Understanding the importance of moving at his own pace became paramount for his well-being and artistic development.
This revelation triggered a significant shift in his perspective, allowing him to find greater comfort in himself and his journey.
Embracing his own tempo not only granted him peace of mind but also enabled him to genuinely relish his life and art.
For Omah Lay his music serves as a channel to authentically express his real-life encounters and emotions.
His words:-
“At first I struggled, and it put me in a bad mental state because I was still trying to learn my ways. However, with time, I got comfortable and learned that I should move at my own pace. As soon as I realised that, I became much stronger and began to enjoy my life more.
“If I can put my vulnerabilities in my song, then I can talk about them. My music is all about my real life experiences, and I know the world is listening to it.”
He also spoke about his new album
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