I used to sell akara with my mother in the hopes that rich men would give me money - Don Jazzy
According to Don Jazzy, his inspiration comes from the time he spent in Ajegunle with his mother selling akara in the hopes that the "big men" would take notice and assist him.
The music producer expressed his views as a guest on the Zero Conditions podcast, saying that he doesn't think most individuals who claim to have suffered actually did. He claimed that selling akara with his mother as a youngster had moulded him, particularly because he had a history of asking for money and attention through prayer.
He said, remembering his modest beginnings, "I remember it like it was yesterday... I recall sitting on the bench at Ajegunle when my mother was frying akara, and any large men who passed by in their Peugeot 504 or Mercedes 230 or whatever came to buy akara. I also recall thinking, "I wish this man would just look at me and say Young boy just take this, I know that you need it," or anything along those lines.
Don Jazzy continued by saying that now that he had achieved success, it was impossible for him to meet someone without offering some sort of assistance or giving back to the community.
The music entrepreneur claims that he recognizes himself in everyone who is in need and is moved to offer assistance. He stated, "I have an issue with people meeting me and not being affected.
See the full interview below:
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