A Nigerian singer, Crayon, has sparked widespread reactions after making bold revelations about his early experiences in the music industry and his personal battles with mental health.
The Mavin Records star opened up during a livestream conversation with streamer Caterefe, where he recounted both a controversial claim involving fellow singer Tiwa Savage and his difficult recovery from a mental health crisis in 2022.
Crayon alleged that in 2018, while still coming up in the industry, he was introduced to what he described as a drug-laced substance by Tiwa Savage after a casual exchange about smoking. He claimed she handed it to him during a studio encounter, a moment he says marked the beginning of his struggle with substance use.
The singer described the experience as a turning point in his life, stating that what started as a casual interaction later developed into dependency issues. His comments have since triggered mixed reactions across social media, with many questioning the context and intent of his statement.
While the allegation has not been independently verified, it adds to ongoing conversations about influence, mentorship, and responsibility within the entertainment industry.
Shifting focus, Crayon also reflected on a more recent and deeply personal challenge, his mental health breakdown in 2022. He revealed that intense pressure from family expectations and the demands of the music industry pushed him into a difficult psychological state.
According to him, the situation became severe enough to require extended hospital care and therapy before he could recover fully. He credited his eventual return to music success to the healing process that followed his treatment.
Crayon noted that after his recovery, he bounced back with hit songs including “Labalaba” and “Overloading,” which marked a major turning point in his career resurgence.
The singer’s revelations have reignited conversations around mental health support in the Nigerian music industry, with fans calling for better structures to protect young artists under pressure.
