Raheem Okoya Opens Up on Building His Career Without Relying on His Dad
His words
I earn my own money. I have a salary. People are investing in my music because they believe in what I’m doing,” he said,
My dad wasn’t born wealthy. He worked hard for everything he achieved and wants us to understand the importance of building our own paths, not just spending,” he explained.
I’ve been learning and preparing for this position for about 10 years. I’ve followed my dad closely and studied the business,” Raheem said.
Despite his achievements, holding a high-level position at a young age comes with scrutiny and pressure. “It’s definitely challenging. It’s a heavy responsibility. People already look at you. You’re young. They already want to doubt you. You always have to prove that you know what you’re talking about,” he admitted.
“I don’t like fake news. I hate fake news. It cuts in my head. The media likes to put me up as a villain. They know what gets people riled up and moving. It’s not always the truth,” he said. “They will take a little thing or completely change the narrative and perspective on me. It’s not nice. It’s painful.”
. “I love my dad so much. He’s my number one hero, my mentor. I just hope I can really, really make him proud one day,” he concluded.
