In a refreshingly blunt interview, Nigerian rapper Lil Kesh said wedding bells won’t be ringing for him anytime soon. Or maybe ever.
“I don’t believe in marriage,” he stated. “It’s not something I see myself doing anytime soon.”
Lil Kesh, who rose to fame with street anthems like “Shoki” and “Efejoku,” is no stranger to challenging norms, and this latest declaration adds a personal layer to his rebel persona. For the rapper, the traditional notion of settling down doesn’t align with his current outlook on life. Emotional maturity, freedom, and the ever-evolving dynamics of relationships, he hinted, are all factors influencing his stand.
As expected, his remarks lit up social media. While some fans applauded him for being honest in a culture that often glorifies marriage, others debated whether his mindset reflects a broader shift among younger Nigerian celebrities—many of whom are redefining success, fulfillment, and family life on their terms.
Lil Kesh joins a growing list of entertainers who are questioning the pressure to follow tradition. Instead, they’re choosing to live authentically, focusing on personal growth, art, and freedom.
Whether this view remains fixed or shifts with time is anyone’s guess, but one thing’s for sure: Lil Kesh is living life by his own rules—and he’s not apologizing for it.
