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Ten years ago today, Adekunle Gold embarked on a journey that would forever alter the course of his life. In a moment of inspiration, he penned and recorded the song ‘Sade’, a pivotal turning point in his musical career.
Reflecting on that fateful day, Adekunle fondly recalls cruising in his green baby boy (his car) as he listened to the radio on his way home from work. The serendipitous encounter with “Story of My Life” by One Direction left a lasting impression on him.
Captivated by the beauty of the melody, he swiftly captured it on his phone, preserving the fleeting inspiration. Little did he anticipate that this simple act would serve as the genesis of a transformative chapter in his artistic journey.
Although the recording lay dormant on his phone for some time, its latent potential would eventually resurface when Adekunle delved into crafting an EP that narrated the tapestries of his own experiences. It was in this moment of rediscovery that the significance of the long-forgotten melody dawned upon him, marking a poignant realization of its profound impact.
For Adekunle Gold, “Sade” became more than just a cover. It became a piece of his life, his heart, and his story.
His music has always been about sincerity: “I just make music about myself or about a story that somebody told me,” he says. “I think it’s the sincerity that works for me.”
The story of “Sade” is also one of collaboration and community. Adekunle recalls how Olaitan Dada, who produced the song, helped make it happen—producing it for free and even getting it played on the radio.
Today, as he reflects on a decade of success, with hit singles like “Rodo,” “The Life I Chose,” and albums like “Gold,” “Tequila Ever After,” he takes pride in how far he’s come—and how far his music has taken him.
Ten years later, he says, “I can finally play my own song. Thank you for all the years you have and will keep supporting me.”
Watch Adekunle Gold share the inspiring story of “Sade“ here..
