Music producer, singer and jeweler, Sammy 4larin whose real name is Oyeniyi Samuel Folarin who recently launched his Singles titled ‘Infinity’ in this interview with Collins Anorue, says being original and focused make him aspire higher
When did you start music?
Actually, I started composing music from age 9 and it all started from the church. Then I was privileged to have elderly ones who have experience in music industry who were giving me the necessary training. Although I did not notice it then until when I was in the higher school, that was when I took it seriously and take it as a profession. By that time I was attending shows and the interest grew until today.
Does anyone in your family play music?
Apart from me, our last born has also developed Interest in music and I’m ready to give him all the encouragement he needs. For me music is something I love and it gives me joy.
You recently launched your single album, what is it all about?
The single album I recently launched is titled INFINITY, and the message I’m trying to pass across is about my love life and also what I passed through in life. It is all about what has happened to me, all my trials and how I’ve been able to overcome it. The message I’m trying to pass to my audience is that it doesn’t matter what you are passing through, don’t give up on your dreams.
Will this song stand the test of time?
Sure, it definitely will. I always get my inspiration from God, and whenever I’m composing a song, it is always a pointer to our everyday activities and such songs will stand the test of time.
Is this song the first one you want to promote or have you done some in the past?
I have done freestyle and done another one of Don Jazzy’s beat. The video is on YouTube and it’s accepted by all.
What are the challenges encountered in the music industry?
The major challenge is fund to promote your songs, as well as getting people to assist you when you don’t know anybody. But when you have the gut with God on your side you will overcome it. Now people are beginning to accept me and my music.
Have you what it takes to excel in this industry?
I’m sure I have all it takes judging from the way people accept my songs. In all that I do I try to be myself and original. I don’t copy anybody. I try to create my own kind of songs, all it takes is nothing but inspiration and being focused. Most importantly, whenever I’m on stage I believe in myself, once I grab the microphone, the response I get from my fans is encouraging. I don’t need to take any drug like some before they face the audience.
Apart from music, what other things do you do?
I do a lot of things to support my music, apart from working to earn a living, I also sell jewelry and I still intend to further my education.
Where do you see yourself in the next five years?
I want to be known all over Nigeria and the whole world
What is your advice to young ones who love to take drugs?
Don’t take drugs believe in God and believe in yourself, and then the sky is just the beginning.
After this what next?
I’m always working and I’m still working on some other ones.