Why guidance is necessary for celebrities, by Iyanya
Afrobeats singer Iyanya has attributed his enduring success in the entertainment industry to guidance and mentorship. In a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast, the singer emphasised the importance of
Afrobeats singer Iyanya has attributed his enduring success in the entertainment industry to guidance and mentorship.
In a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast, the singer emphasised the importance of submitting to guardianship to maintain a positive reputation and navigate the challenges of fame.
Iyanya emphasised the need for trusted individuals to provide moral support and keep celebrities grounded, noting that the trappings of fame can be misleading, citing instances where people in positions of power may feign familiarity with celebrities, only to forget them when they are no longer relevant.
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Iyanya also advised fellow celebrities to seek guidance and take counsel from trusted individuals, allowing them to navigate the ups and downs of their careers with clarity and purpose.
He said, “I have been able to maintain fame positively for 17 years because of guidance. I advised my younger self not to take things personally because every famous person or entertainer needs guidance.
“You need one, two, or three people in your life to help keep you grounded because everything is going to happen so fast, and none of it is real. You’re going to walk into a President’s office, he’s going to know your name, he’s going to sing your song, but it’s not real.
“The same guy, if you’re not popping two or three years later, is not going to remember you. They will have to remind him about your meeting with him,” he expressed.
