- Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold shared what he has observed about critics on social media
- The father of one stated that people who lack direction in life are frequently the harshest judges of others
- He further recommended the best way to handle when confronted with negativity or criticism from such people
Nigerian music star Adekunle Gold has taken a firm stand against online criticism.
In a recent message shared via his X platform, the singer delivered a sharp rebuke to those who consistently tear others down without offering anything constructive.
Adekunle Gold claps back at social media critics with bold observations.
Credit: @agbabySource: Twitter
In his words:
“It’s always the ones not doing anything meaningful with their lives that have the most to say about you,” Gold stated. “When they come for you, keep it moving; they’re not worth your energy.”
See his post below:
In a previous by TheTalk.NG, Adekunle Gold opened up about one of the most emotional songs of his career.
The Nigerian singer, who is set to release his sixth studio album, Fuji, on October 3, revealed that a track on the project was once submitted to Beyoncé’s team for her Lion King project.
The song, Simile, means “rest on me” in Yoruba.
The singer recalled the moment in 2019 when his manager pushed him to get back into the studio. It should have been a career-defining opportunity, but Beyoncé’s team wanted him to write.
Instead, it was one of the darkest moments of his life. He had just lost his father.
He wrote:
“Grief has a way of numbing even your senses. I don’t remember if it was morning or night, sunny or rainy. My whole world had collapsed.”
Still, he forced himself into his small Lagos studio one day.
Picking up his microphone, he poured out every ounce of pain he carried. What came out was Simile—a song so raw, he admitted he secretly hoped Beyoncé’s team wouldn’t take it.
Though he sent the song in, Adekunle Gold said he knew deep down that Simile was not meant for anyone else.
He stated:
“It was more than a song—it was my cry for direction. I knew it had a home with me.”
When Beyoncé’s team eventually passed on the track, Gold described feeling relief rather than disappointment.
It was a chance to hold onto a piece of himself that was too sacred to give away. Even before the full album drops, fans have been reacting to his story online, praising the vulnerability behind his words.
Adekunle gold confronts online hate with brutal honesty.
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Netizens react to Adekunle Gold’s message
TheTalk.NG compiled the reactions below:
sabiigirlfashion said:
“It may not be easy,but it’s usually advisable…👏👏.”
de_marijanne_spice said:
“Very accurate.”
topman_tech01 said:
“Well said 👏.”
wacko678 said:
“Even people wey them dey refer too go dey act like good people for comment section 😂😂.”
ammmzzwwaaa said:
“Very accurate ! 👌 Just like that mumu may D way dey shade wizkid way no do am anything ! 😂😂😭🤦🏽.”
olamilekan_fitness said:
“This is the industry we love not the toxic one all we ask for is good music 🎼.”
nony_chillz said:
“Especially that mumu TUFAB.”
bright_carter said:
“Wetin them don tell ọkọ Simi this time again 🤦🏾.”
tochi_lifestyle said:
“May D get supporters sha 🔥.”
Adekunle Gold pens wholesome message to Simi
Meanwhile, TheTalk.NG reported that Adekunle Gold and Simi were the poster couple for relationship and marriage goals.
The singer acknowledged his woman with sweet words on social media as she released her new music album.
Adekunle Gold revered Simisola and mentioned how proud of her he was, which spurred reactions from online in-laws.
Source: TheTalk.NG
