Nigeria’s Contemporary Music Has Restored Hope in Youths, Says Afrobeat Star, LB
Sunday Okobi
Nigerian Afrobeat star and youth advocate, Leonard Eze Onwuka, popularly known as LB, has lauded the influence and contribution of Nigeria’s contemporary music to nation-building, saying it has renewed hope in youths.
Onwuka told THISDAY recently that the young Nigerians have become desirous of the genre of music, and have fully participated as artists, publicists, and creative directors, among others, to build their lives.
He observed that Nigerian society has also been positively impacted by music and other forms of entertainment.
The artist, who has released a single called ‘Mula’, and goes by the stage name, LB, recalled how he picked interest in performing art at a very young age, writing music at every slightest opportunity, watching different acts and reciting their songs.
Saying he had always wanted to be a performer, the songster, who said Mula was released last month and composed by himself alongside Momoh Oshiotseameh Luke, acknowledged that the Nigerian music industry has grown big, remembering how it was in 2004 when he was and still ardent music listener.
According to the youth advocate, “I have always wished to be a star in the music landscape. I’m glad at what we have achieved, and I know I’ve got a major role to play to better it.”
On the challenges in getting a record label and his musical life in general, the Abia State-born singer expressed hope to work with big acts in the industry, strike deals and get exposed to the world’s biggest stages.
On how to hit the zenith, Onwuka stated: “Well I won’t really say I’ve got it all planned out. But for a start, I have a team that supports me, and we all have a big dream. I’ll keep releasing good music and market them strategically for sure. I’ll let God lead.”
In his parting word to the world regarding his music, LB said: “Believe in your dreams, believe in God to help you get there. Things can be tough, but that’s what makes your story different. My music is my voice.”
