I Chose Music Over My Father’s Wishes” – Asake Opens Up About Leaving Home

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Asake, whose real name is Ahmed Ololade, has shared a personal story about his relationship with his father, Fatai Odunsi.

According to Gistmilinaija, Asake said that he and his father were very close when he was younger. But things changed when he decided to follow his dream of becoming a musician.

In an interview with YouTuber Korty EO, Asake explained that his father did not support his choice to do music. Even though his father said no, Asake still chose to leave home so he could chase his dream.

In his words, he said, “My dad and I were very close when I was young. But when I wanted to leave home to do music, my father said no. I still left.”

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It will be remembered that in March 2025, Asake’s father spoke online and accused the singer of not taking care of him.

After many people reacted to the situation, Asake and his father later settled their issues. The singer also agreed to take responsibility for his father’s well-being.

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Written by Fabunmi Oluwatobi Christopher

Staff Writer at GistMiliNaija — Nigeria's No.1 News & Entertainment platform.

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