Tiwa Savage Opens Up on Self-Harm and Emotional Trauma in Touching Interview: "So Brave"
- Nigerian Afrobeat singer Tiwa Savage has opened up to her fans about the emotional buildup that led to her new album
- The project was deeply personal to her and had been trending in the media for a while as she promoted it
- During a recent interview, she spoke about her feelings, pain, and how it resulted in a darker turn
The Nigerian Afrobeat queen, Tiwa Savage has ignited reactions online after a recent video went viral.
In an interview with Ebro, she spoke candidly about her life while her promoting her newly released album, This One Is Personal.
Source: Instagram
The mother of one recounted going through emotional trauma stemming from her adult tape, divorce, multiple heartbreaks, and breakups, which gradually built up over time.
Savage revealed that she felt emotionally low for a while and needed to channel the pain physically, which led her to self-harming, an experience she said still leaves scars. The conversation turned deeply emotional, igniting hot takes from fans across social media.
The caption to the interview wrote:
"@tiwasavage opens up about the trauma that shaped the music in her most vulnerable album to date, This One Is Personal. I want to thank her for her openness during our conversation and the courage it takes to share personal stories like these with the world through art."
Watch the video here:
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Tiwa Savage responded to a troll who commented on her appearance in real life.
The netizen had dropped a comment on Instagram where he firmly stated that Tiwa Savage wasn't as beautiful as she often appeared on social media.
Responding, Tiwa Savage, unfazed by the comment, noted that she is even prettier in real life. She averred that he is simply pained over his inability to meet her in person, adding that he would never get the opportunity.
Tiwa Savage speaks on emotional trauma, reactions
Read some reactions online
@iamnoonzi said:
"Tiwa can't wait to meet you again gal it's been ages! But soon inshallah šš½ šš„."
@bankulli said:
"Consistent in the craft."
@the_iconic_iza said:
"God is the medication" and he will heal you ijn. We see you, hear you, and we love you Aunty Tiwa. You're not alone ā¤ļø."
@lyricallyinspiredteam said:
"Makes sense... Take it easy."
Source: Instagram
@ulie_paige12 said:
"š„¹So braveā¦God bless you and comfort your heart always @tiwasavage š„¹š«."
@odigbomix said:
"@stivdanny Our scar's shaped us, it is the reason why our life story is interesting and unique. Never regret."
@tee_nlaa said:
"Omg this is an insane level of emotional vulnerability š thatās probably why she got sleeve tatts tooš„¹."
Tiwa Savage tackles "Big 3" tag
Legit.ng earlier reported that Tiwa Savage revived a debate in the Afrobeats industry by challenging the established "Big 3" narrative.
Legit.ng reports that the term āBig 3ā only recognises music stars Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy.
In a recent interview, Savage condemned the list as she argued why it was easy for them to be placed above other artists in the country.
Proofreading by Funmilayo Aremu, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
