Tag: Don Jazzy

Don Jazzy, the renowned Nigerian record producer and music executive, has addressed the persistent rumors surrounding his marital status and children. Speculations have circulated suggesting that Don Jazzy, who is not publicly known to be in a romantic relationship, is secretly married with four children.

During a recent podcast interview with Fisayo Fosudo, Don Jazzy denied these rumors, affirming that they are completely untrue. He expressed his bewilderment at the idea of having children and deliberately concealing their existence. Don Jazzy emphasized that he has no children to the best of his knowledge and questioned why he would want to hide such a significant aspect of his life.

Additionally, Don Jazzy addressed other absurd rumors, such as claims that he is gay and that this is the reason for his unmarried status. He dismissed these rumors as well, stating that people have made outrageous accusations, including allegations of him grooming young boys.

In 2021, Don Jazzy publicly disclosed that he had been married to American model Michelle Jackson in 2003 when he was 20 years old, but they divorced two years later.

Don Jazzy, a highly respected Nigerian music executive and talent developer, recently shared that he believes his purpose is to be a star maker and help people in various ways. He discussed this in a podcast interview with Fisayo Fosudo.

Don Jazzy explained that his priorities have evolved over time. While he started as a musician, he eventually began working on different projects, particularly focusing on finding and nurturing young artists to become global superstars.

However, he emphasized that his current mission extends beyond just developing artists. Don Jazzy sees himself as building and impacting the entire Nigerian music ecosystem. He aims to utilize the strong brand he has built to positively influence people’s lives.

Having experienced the challenges and uncertainties of the early stages of his career, Don Jazzy feels a deep calling to help aspiring artists and individuals grow. He strongly believes in providing guidance and support to talented individuals who may otherwise feel lost on their journey. He sees himself as someone who can offer valuable advice based on his own experiences, highlighting the potholes to avoid and the right paths to follow.

Don Jazzy encourages others who have gained knowledge and insights on how to navigate the industry to share their wisdom and help uplift others. He believes that sharing updates and survival strategies is essential for the growth and success of aspiring artists. Ultimately, he aims to be a guiding presence for those who are willing to learn and follow the path he has traveled before.

Don Jazzy, a renowned Nigerian producer and singer, recently revealed that Daddy Showkey, a legendary musician, was his role model while growing up in Ajegunle, Lagos. He expressed that Daddy Showkey, along with Baba Fryo, inspired him to pursue a career in music.

Don Jazzy explained that he began his musical journey in the church as an instrumentalist because he couldn’t afford to book studio sessions at that time.

During his appearance on the Leaderboard podcast hosted by Fisayo Fosudo, Don Jazzy shared his admiration for the musicians from Ajegunle, stating, “My music inspiration started from Ajegunle because of Daddy Showkey and Baba Fryo, along with many other Ajegunle musicians we looked up to.”

He further elaborated that he aspired to achieve the same level of success as Daddy Showkey, whose songs like “If you see my mama, hosanna” and “Somebody call my name, Showkey” were practically national anthems.

Due to financial constraints, Don Jazzy relied on church instruments as the only available free equipment for him to practice his music. He mentioned that instead of initially pursuing ragga or reggae music, he started by playing gospel music in the church setting.

Don Jazzy, a renowned music producer, singer, and music executive, has disclosed that his artist, Johnny Drille, is happily married. The head of Mavin Records stated that it was fitting for the singer, who has composed numerous incredible love songs, to marry one of the most remarkable women he has ever encountered.

Don Jazzy expressed his excitement for the couple and shared photos of himself alongside the newlyweds on his Twitter account. However, he did not provide any specific details about the wedding ceremony.

Nigerian singer Wande Coal, whose real name is Oluwatobi Wande Ojosipe, recently asserted that he and his former producer and record label boss, Don Jazzy, were the architects of the “syllabus of music.” According to Wande Coal, many artists have drawn inspiration from their work and developed their own unique sounds.

During a recent interview with Cool FM in Lagos, the ‘Bumper 2 Bumper’ singer made these claims while acknowledging that there was nothing wrong with younger artists emulating their style. He emphasized the strong bond between him and Don Jazzy, stating that their collaboration resulted in the creation of a musical syllabus. This syllabus served as a foundation for aspiring musicians, allowing them to incorporate their own elements and create innovative music.

Wande Coal further explained that the current music landscape reflects the influence of their earlier work. He expressed his approval of this trend, as long as he and Don Jazzy continued to collaborate and produce music that resonated with the younger generation.

Wande Coal and Don Jazzy had previously worked together at Mo’hits Record and Mavin before parting ways in 2013.

Renowned Nigerian producer and singer, Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has expressed his openness to being in a relationship with a partner who engages in infidelity, as long as she respects his polygamous nature.

Speaking in a conversation with media personality Chinedu Ani Emmanuel, widely known as Nedu, the head of Mavin Records emphasized that he does not conform to the idea of being exclusively committed to one person. He explained that his attraction to other women does not diminish simply because he is in a relationship.

Don Jazzy mentioned that if he were involved with a woman who has attractive female friends, he would find himself drawn to the idea of dating all of them.

“I have no issues if my partner chooses to be intimate with another man, as long as she allows me to have multiple girlfriends. I am not inclined to being monogamous; I cannot fathom how some men manage it. If my girlfriend has attractive female friends, it would be difficult for me to resist the temptation of dating them all. I have an appreciation for beautiful women, and it is always challenging for me to avert my gaze from them.”

The music executive expressed his desire to cultivate a culture of openness and understanding within his relationships, where all parties involved can communicate and respect each other’s preferences and desires.

Top Nigerian music producer, Michael Ajereh professionally known as Don Jazzy, has announced the demise of his mother.

Mavin Record CEO, Don Jazzy’s mother passed away after the long fought battle with cancer, in a statement posted on his Instagram account on Friday.

Don Baba expressed his sorrow by saying that she was his “supporter and backbone” and that “everyone that ever met her” loved her.

“Lost my sweet mother this morning. The matriarch of our family. My supporter and backbone @indianpicolo,” he wrote in the caption.

“I am beyond devastated. I have never felt pain like this in my life but I am consoled by the good life she lived.

She was loved by everyone that ever met her.“She was so strong till the last minute for us even while she battled with cancer.

Our heartfelt prayers condolence are with Don Jazzy and the deceased. May her gentle soul rest in peace……..