Crayon Says His Mother Sold Fruits In A Kiosk For 19 Years

Charles Chibuezechukwu, better known by his stage name Crayon, is a Nigerian singer who has shared details of his upbringing.

The singer revealed that the songs on his debut album, “Trench To Triumph,” are a musical depiction of his own experiences.

He clarified that the album tells the tale of his journey from living in a one-room “face-me-I-face-you” flat with his family in the slums to being signed to Mavin Records.

The ‘Ngozi’ crooner revealed that his mother sold fruits in a kiosk at Iyana-Iba for 19 years.

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He disclosed this at a recent interview with Glitch Africa.

He, however, stated that he is presently happy with his situation adding that life has been good to him.

He said, “Trench To Triumph’ album is my story. It’s my reality. It’s my substance. It’s everything I am today. From where I came from; being born in Orile, staying in a face-me-I-face-you apartment with nine people in a room. You open your door, you see people fighting.

“My mum used to sell fruits at Iyana-Iba for 19 straight years. It [‘Trench To Triumph’] is my story. It’s my substance. It’s my reality. It’s everything to me. Now, I’m in my triumphant era. I’m happy about life. Life is going good. Everything is amazing.”