Fame is Intoxicating Like a Hard Drug, Says Rapper Reminisce
Nigerian rapper Remilekun Abdulkhalid Safaru, better known as Reminisce, has opened up about the intoxicating effects of fame, likening it to a “hard drug.”
During a recent interview with Naija FM in Lagos, the “Alaga Ibile” star shared his thoughts on the highs and challenges that come with being in the spotlight. “Fame is a hard drug. It’s very intoxicating,” he stated.
Discussing how he navigates the pressures of stardom, Reminisce revealed that he maintains a grounded mindset by viewing people in his life as colleagues rather than friends. “I work with the mentality that nobody is my friend,” he explained, adding that this approach helps him manage expectations and avoid disappointments.
The rapper’s candid remarks shed light on the often unseen struggles behind celebrity life and the personal strategies he uses to stay focused in an industry where fame can be overwhelming.
