Simi, a Nigerian musician, has sent a clear message about the perils of trying to win over the people.
The artist called it “fickle” and cautioned against basing one’s life on the approval or love of others in a tweet that was shared on X.
What she said:
“Don’t live for the love of people. It’s fickle as f*ck. Live for truth. Be kind. Be honest. Live for God. And when people do show you love en masse, don’t bask in it too long. You MAY acknowledge it — but keep it moving. Because people forget. And if you forget that, you will suffer.”
Online responses to the piece have been mixed, with some people expressing their own experiences of receiving both public acclaim and condemnation, while others agreeing with her viewpoint.