Nigerian singer Stanley Omah Didia, popularly known as Omah Lay, has responded to fans labeling his music style as “Afro-depression.” In a recent interview with The Beat FM, London, United Kingdom, the talented artist shared his perspective on the diverse opinions about his musical genre.
During the conversation, Omah Lay expressed his indifference to the tags attached to his music, emphasizing that his primary concern is that fans enjoy the music he creates. He highlighted that he avoids getting caught up in titles and labels, choosing instead to focus on the authenticity of his artistic expression.
The “Godly” crooner added, “I just make my music how I want to make my music. I try as much as possible to stay away from titles and everything the world is trying to put on you. Because as my guy would always say, ‘When the smokes clear, then you see clearly.’”
Omah Lay’s approach to his craft revolves around allowing listeners to interpret and enjoy his music in their own way. He acknowledged the subjective nature of music appreciation, stating that if fans perceive his work as “Afro-depression” and find enjoyment in it, he is content with that perspective.
“It’s art. That’s what I make, and I just leave the world to enjoy how they want to enjoy it. The fans have their own opinions; I would never argue with that. If that’s how they enjoy it, that’s how they enjoy it,” Omah Lay affirmed.
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