Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has opened up about his unexpected journey into professional music, describing himself as an “accidental musician.” The Great Nation crooner revealed during a recent episode of the On The Record podcast that music was initially just a hobby for him before his life took a transformative turn.
“I still see myself as an accidental musician,” Dakolo shared. “I used to sing in the choir and during morning devotion. Music was something I enjoyed, but I never thought I’d pursue it as a career.”
It was his victory at the inaugural season of Idols West Africa in 2007 that changed everything. The win marked a pivotal moment, pushing him to take music seriously. Reflecting on the experience, he said, “After Idols, I decided to do music professionally. I said to myself, ‘Okay, we are here. Sometimes you meet your destiny on the road you take to avoid it.’”
Dakolo’s story highlights his natural talent and how life’s unexpected turns can lead to fulfilling one’s destiny. His rise from singing for fun to becoming one of Nigeria’s most iconic voices underscores the power of resilience and self-discovery.
