The R&B singer talked about his hard decision to leave the US in order to pursue a music career in Africa, stating that his decision eventually paid off.
The ‘Strong Thing’ crooner who is currently in New York, made this known in the late hours of Friday, July 22, 2016, via his Instagram.
Banky W at Toolz and Tunde Demuren's wedding(Instagram )
In his post, Banky W
shared details of his journey to stardom, and how he made an ultimate
sacrifice of relocating to Nigeria, leaving his family in the United States.
This has however paid off, as he is now regarded as one of Africa’s top musician.
The singer wrote, “So
earlier today, The President of the Borough of Brooklyn honoured us
with Citation certificates, for our contributions to our communities and
for our career accomplishments.”
“Here's
the thing... in life, it's important to find your purpose, and to trust
God and believe in yourself as you work hard to chase it. Follow the
path that leads to you fulfilling your destiny.”
“I
lived in NYC for over 10 YEARS. And at the time, being on stage at a
venue like the Barclay's Center, or being honoured by the City Of New
York, didn't seem like something that was remotely possible. “
“But
I felt like my calling/destiny was back home in Africa. I felt like the
music grind I'd started... it just felt like Lagos was where I was
meant to be. Even though at the time, my entire immediate family no
longer lived in Naija and my parents couldn't understand why I'd want to
risk it all to go back there.”
The singer, who was formally based in New York was happy about being recognised for his career success.(Banky W Instagram)
The Empire Mates Entertainment (EME) boss used his experiences as a moral aimed at encouraging his followers to pursue their dreams.
According to him, if he could achieve such a feat, then anyone can.
“It
took a while to make the decision, But I quit my Job in Engineering,
bought a one way ticket and came back. And here I am, 7 years later,
performing at and hosting the #oneafricamusicfest at the Barclay's
Center... being honoured by Brooklyn... I share this not to be
arrogant.. but to tell you that truly, NOTHING is impossible. You can be
all that you plan to be. If I could make it, you can too.”
“Your
current position in life is only temporary. It's like The story of
Joseph in the Bible... he had to go all the way to Prison to make it to
the Palace.. God did it for me, He can do it for you too. Who would have
thought that I'd need to go all the way to Africa to make it to the
"top" of NYC?“
“Don't give up on yourself
or your dreams. Impossible is not fact; it's merely an opinion. As my
boy @officialkingslee once shared with me.. even when it seems like
things are falling apart, they can still fall into place. You can make
it. I promise.”
Banky W on set (Instagram)
Banky W began his good impression in the Nigerian music scene after doing a cover of Rihanna’s ‘Umbrella’ hit song.
He is a very talented song composer, who has won the John Lennon Song Writing Award in 2006 for his song ‘My Regret’.
Everybody saby say Banky W get undisputed talent, no be today lol. Its only right he deserves all the applauds coming his way. Meanwhile, all the girls wey no wan let baba rest based on marriage matter, when time reach for baba to marry una go no..lol
#dontakeitP
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