Veteran Nigerian musician Baba Fryo has sparked a conversation with a bold claim that’s got the entertainment world talking.
The “Denge Pose” crooner didn’t hold back as he shared his thoughts on love, marriage, and the struggles musicians face behind the scenes.
According to Baba Fryo, “Most musicians don’t enjoy marriage, except that they are lying.” His tone was clear, direct, and filled with the kind of honesty that only comes from experience.
Fryo, who’s been in the industry for decades, explained that marriage can become a major roadblock for many musicians. He believes that tying the knot often comes with personal and professional setbacks, especially when the partner doesn’t understand the nature of the job.
“Most musicians thrive better when they are unmarried,” he stated. He pointed out that many artists start to struggle after marriage because their partners often fail to grasp the pressure, late nights, travel demands, and attention that come with fame.
“It’s just a few of them who are still thriving after marriage—maybe because their spouses already knew and accepted them for who they are.”
Baba Fryo
This take from Fryo isn’t just controversial—it hits a nerve in a culture where marriage is seen as a major life goal, but he’s flipping the script. He’s saying that for entertainers, especially musicians, marriage can sometimes feel more like a weight than a win.
Fryo made it clear that he’s not saying marriage can’t work. He acknowledged that a few lucky musicians do find lasting success in both their relationships and careers.
In those cases, he said it’s because the partner already understands the game. There’s trust, there’s support, and there’s zero drama about the demands of the spotlight.
For him, the difference lies in how much understanding the spouse has about the music business before the wedding vows are exchanged.
Speaking on how he handles romantic relationships, Baba Fryo shared another perspective that had fans raising eyebrows. “I don’t take them too seriously because I know it was my fame that attracted them to me,” he confessed.
That line reveals how deeply aware Fryo is of the realities that come with stardom. He doesn’t see every relationship as genuine love—he sees it through the lens of wisdom and experience.
For him, the attention from women is part of the job, but it’s not something to get too emotionally invested in.
“I thank God that I’m able to manage women because it takes wisdom to handle women,” he said with a laugh, though his words carried weight. This isn’t just a celebrity boasting—it’s a man who’s seen the highs and lows of fame and has learned how to protect his peace.
His comments have stirred reactions online, with many fans and commentators weighing in. Some agree that artists do face unique challenges when it comes to settling down. Others feel that love, when rooted in real understanding and patience, can still thrive—even in showbiz.
One thing is clear: Baba Fryo’s honesty struck a chord. He represents a generation of artists who have walked the path, faced the spotlight, and learned the hard truths of mixing fame with family life.
His message, it takes more than love to make it work. It takes understanding, patience, and a partner who truly sees the bigger picture.
In a world obsessed with fairy tale endings, Fryo is giving fans a reality check, and maybe that’s exactly what today’s rising stars need to hear.
Baba Fryo on Why 2Baba, Annie’s Marriage Failed
The veteran musician stated that his colleague, 2Face, and his former wife, Annie, did not handle their marriage properly.
The Media recalls that 2Face announced his split from Annie in January and later unveiled Edo State lawmaker, Natasha Osawuru, as his new partner.
Speaking in a recent interview, Baba Fryo alleged that 2Face parted ways with Annie because she lacked effective home management skills.
He explained that men seek women who can support and guide them when they’re struggling with personal challenges, not those who are battling similar issues themselves.
“2Face and his ex-wife failed to manage their relationship properly. Both of them are entertainers. Annie is an actress, and 2Face is a musician. In marriage, when a couple is out together, it’s the woman’s role to look after her husband. If he’s drinking too much, she should step in to calm him down. But if you marry a woman who also drinks, and both of you end up intoxicated, who will take care of the other?
“That’s when a man begins to feel insecure in the marriage. Then he meets another woman who behaves differently… I’m not saying her behavior is necessarily good, oh. Even 2Face’s current partner, Natasha—I’ve known her since she was three years old. I used to carry her on my legs. Her father, Desmond, was my friend.”
Baba Fryo
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