Adekunle Gold: “I Can Afford to Fail in Music, But Not as Father, Husband”.

Nigerian music star Adekunle Gold says that while he’s willing to take risks and even risk failure in his music career, there are aspects of his life where failure is not an option: being a father and a husband. In recent interviews, the award-winning singer emphasised that his duty to his family shapes many of his decisions, and that their well-being is his non-negotiable priority. 

Gold, who is married to fellow artiste Simi and father to a daughter, revealed that fatherhood has transformed his outlook on success and responsibility. He stated that while art is important to him, it pales in comparison to the role he must play at home. “My family is my centre,” he said, adding that he wants to give his daughter a different life from what he experienced growing up. 

He also spoke about how being a husband complements his identity as an artist. Rather than seeing marriage as an obligation, Gold views it as an anchor—something that helps him stay grounded amidst the pressures of stardom. For him, success is not just in chart-topping tracks or streams, but in being present, responsible, and reliable for those who depend on him. 

The singer’s commitment comes from difficult experiences in his past. Adekunle has said that he is motivated by wanting to provide what he didn’t have growing up; he hopes his daughter will have opportunities, stability, and love that surpass what he knew. He believes that even if the music doesn’t always hit as anticipated, his home life must never be compromised. 

Fans have praised Adekunle Gold over social media for his values, suggesting his perspective sends a powerful message in an industry sometimes perceived as superficial. Many followers have applauded him for putting family first, and for showing that being a great father and husband matters just as much, if not more, than commercial success.