After a reflective hiatus from the music scene, Nigerian rapper ZIRO KINGIN is staging a powerful return, one deeply rooted in the raw realities of street hustle, personal growth, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Known for his blend of Yoruba and English lyrics, the indigenous rapper Sodiq Badmus is redefining his artistry, choosing legacy over fleeting fame while remaining true to the gritty storytelling that has earned him silent respect on the streets.
But his journey hasn’t come without his own challenges but regardless of what comes his way he continues to forge ahead as a true and resilient musical genius. Stepping back from music in 2022 to focus on family saw him emerge with a new purpose and drive.
He reminisces that, “It was necessary. Music will always be there, but your family needs your presence. Becoming a father gave me a new kind of purpose. It matured me. It made me write differently and less about flexing, more about legacy. That break helped me come back stronger, with clearer vision.”
On what have been some of his hardest lessons in the industry he disclosed that, “Talent is not enough. The industry is about timing, management, politics, and loyalty or the lack of it. I’ve shot videos that never got released. I’ve had tracks buried because of label issues. But I’ve also stayed grounded. I refuse to play dirty or chase clout. That’s why people respect me, even in silence.”
Moving ahead he proudly attests that his journey my different, “I’m not in a rush to be viral. I’m building something solid and something that will outlive trends. I believe when it’s my time, it’ll be undeniable.”
With a new project coming which is raw, reflective, and street-approved he is set to let everyone know that he is indeed back. He also defines himself as not just a rapper but a documentarian of hustle, pain, and survival and his return may just be the renaissance the streets have been waiting for.
