- Johnny Drille has shared the inspiration behind his popular song ‘How Are You My Friend’, attributing it to the passing of Don Jazzy’s mother, who is his record label boss.
- In a recent interview with Hip TV, Johnny Drille opened up about the backstory of the heartfelt track.
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During a recent interview with Hip TV, Nigerian singer Johnny Drille delved into the inspiration behind his widely acclaimed song ‘How Are You, My Friend’.
He revealed that the passing of Don Jazzy’s mother, who also happens to be his record label boss, served as the catalyst for creating the poignant track.
The talented artist revealed that he co-wrote the song with Don Jazzy, emphasizing that it was Don Jazzy’s concept.
Explaining the inspiration, Johnny Drille mentioned that the idea stemmed from the loss of Don Jazzy’s mother a few weeks prior to the song’s creation.
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According to Johnny Drille, the song served as a way for Don Jazzy to express his feelings about the loss and to acknowledge the friends who reached out to him after his mother’s passing, some of whom he hadn’t heard from in years.
The realization of having such a strong support system during a difficult time had a profound impact on Don Jazzy.
Furthermore, Johnny Drille believed that the song resonated with people due to the challenging circumstances many individuals faced, including the struggling economy and personal hardships.
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He suggested that people often faced difficulties they were hesitant to share, and ‘How Are You My Friend’ became a means for listeners to connect with those emotions.
