Nigerian singer Korede Bello has addressed concerns from fans regarding his relative absence from the public eye, sharing a deeply reflective message on Instagram.
In a post accompanied by Carlos Cipa’s “The Place Where They Go,” and obtained on Monday by PUNCH Online, Bello opened up about his journey of self-discovery and the importance of inner peace.
Responding to frequent questions about his whereabouts, Bello stated, “Whenever I hear or see comments like ‘Where have you been?’ I’m always usually kind of surprised. Why? Because I’ve been here all along, with me, myself and I.”
He emphasised the importance of self-connection over external validation, saying, “I’m grateful that I don’t have to ask myself ‘Korede, where are you?’ For it is better for the world to ask ‘Where have you been’ than for you to ask yourself ‘Who am I…. where am I?’”
Bello further elaborated on the potential disconnect between fame and inner peace, noting, “Don’t you know that you can be extremely rich and famous but lost inside your mind? I have come to realize that the more you connect with yourself the less the world connects with you.”
He spoke of the transformative nature of self-discovery, acknowledging that it might lead to external changes.
“You think different, you act different because you are different. They might even say ‘Who do you think you are?…’ But this hero’s journey is so necessary because you cannot truly stand out until you stand out and become outstanding.”
The singer stressed the importance of self-worth and resilience, advising his followers, “When you truly find yourself, you find peace. And even though you may lose some things temporarily, what matters most is that you don’t lose yourself, you’re worth more than things that come and go. You ARE and will always BE.”
In a poetic closing, Bello likened himself to light, assuring his fans of his continued presence.
“So my people, just because you don’t experience the sunlight at night time doesn’t mean it’s not shining where it is. Surely you will experience the light again when gravity spins you in my direction. I am Light. I am Akorede.”
Bello’s message resonated with many of his followers, who praised his honesty and introspection.
The post has sparked discussions about mental well-being and the pressures of public life, with many fans expressing their support for Bello’s journey.
The singer stressed the importance of self-worth and resilience, advising his followers, “When you truly find yourself, you find peace. And even though you may lose some things temporarily, what matters most is that you don’t lose yourself, you’re worth more than things that come and go. You ARE and will always BE.”
In a poetic closing, Bello likened himself to light, assuring his fans of his continued presence.
“So my people, just because you don’t experience the sunlight at night time doesn’t mean it’s not shining where it is. Surely you will experience the light again when gravity spins you in my direction. I am Light. I am Akorede.”
Bello’s message resonated with many of his followers, who praised his honesty and introspection.
The post has sparked discussions about mental well-being and the pressures of public life, with many fans expressing their support for Bello’s journey.
