Veteran Nigerian musician Bright Chimezie has dismissed the popular belief among some artists that smoking and drinking alcohol enhance creativity. Speaking on the CreativTea Podcast, Chimezie stated clearly that such claims are false and that the acts of smoking or drinking are done only for enjoyment, not as a means to inspire music.
Chimezie emphasized that creativity and music inspiration come naturally and are not dependent on substances. He reassured aspiring and established artists that they do not need to indulge in smoking or alcohol to produce creative work. His statement provides a counter-narrative to the glamorization of such habits among some in the entertainment industry.
The ‘Because English’ hitmaker’s views contribute to ongoing conversations about health, lifestyle choices, and artistic productivity in Nigeria’s music scene.