Singer Kingsley Okonkwo, popularly known as Kcee, has revealed how being snubbed by award organisers affected him and how he was able to overcome the psychological impact.
Speaking in an episode of the Echo Room podcast, the Limpopo crooner disclosed that award snub affects him to the point of shedding tears.
Kcee explained that with time, he learned how to enjoy the support of fans and stop chasing the validations of award organisers.
He said, “Initially, the music industry wasn’t giving me recognition. The fans were the ones supporting me. I wasn’t being nominated for awards. I cried. I was pained.
“But eventually, I grew a thick skin not to worry about awards. Right now, whether I win or they don’t nominate me, I don’t care.”
He added that the benefits of the support of his fans are more rewarding than accolades