Nigerian rapper and actor Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has candidly shared that he has never told anyone “I love you” in a romantic context.
In a revelation that has sparked widespread discussion, Falz who spoke during the inaugural live edition of the WithChude podcast hosted by Chude Jideonwo, delved into his personal experiences with love and relationships.
He explained that his cautious approach to emotional commitment has kept him from experiencing heartbreak. “I have never been heartbroken. If you don’t put your legs inside water, can you drown? I haven’t presented my heart that much to be broken. I have been giving small of it ooo,” he remarked.
Falz further elaborated on his emotional boundaries, stating, “In a romantic way, I have never told somebody ‘I love you’. It is not a sad thing, I’m not devoid of emotion, don’t get it twisted. I have said, ‘Oh, I really, really like you’. I just haven’t said ‘I’m in love with you.’”
This isn’t the first time Falz has addressed his views on love. In a previous interview on the Menisms Podcast, he revealed that he has never been in love or reached a level of emotional commitment where such declarations are made. “I have never said I love you to anybody. I have never been in love or gotten to that level of emotional commitment before. And they have not said it to me sha,” he confessed.
Falz’s transparency about his personal life has resonated with many fans, sparking conversations about emotional vulnerability and the complexities of modern relationships. As he continues to balance his music career with his personal growth, Falz’s candidness offers a refreshing perspective on love and self-awareness
