Nigerian Singer Yemi Alade Reveals Three-Year Age Deception Caused Mental Health Struggles.
Nigerian Singer Yemi Alade Reveals Three-Year Age Deception Caused Mental Health Struggles.
Nigerian Afrobeat singer Yemi Alade has recently opened up about a challenging period in her life caused by a lie she told about her age. In an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Yemi revealed that she had been falsely claiming to be 22 years old for three years. The truth, however, was that she was actually 25.
Yemi explained that the revelation of her real age was a shock to her mental health. She shared that she only realized her mistake after calculating her age and discovering she was two years older than she had been claiming. This realization deeply affected her, leading to a period of depression. She recounted that she was mentally shaken and struggled to process the truth about her age.
“There was a time someone asked me how old I was, and for about three years I kept saying 22. Then one day I calculated it and realized I was already 25,” she said. “I was depressed for a few days because my mind couldn’t process it. It was mental for three years I didn’t know my age.”
Yemi emphasized that this experience was a significant learning moment, highlighting how self-deception can negatively impact mental health. She described those years as tough but ultimately eye-opening, helping her understand the importance of honesty with oneself.
The singer’s candor about her struggles provides insight into the pressures faced by public figures and the importance of mental health awareness. Her story serves as a reminder that even successful artists face personal battles, and honesty with oneself can be a vital step toward healing and growth.
