An open letter from a fan to D'banj

DECADE OF GLORY: THE MEMOIRS
OF AN ENTERTAINER

To The KokoMaster, D’banj,
Music is a difficult thing to define and individuals have different meanings for this word.

However, it is undeniable that music is an art of some sort, a mixture of rhythm, words and acoustics carried through the wind by the magic of the moment in which it occurs. Some people redefine music and by so doing, define an era by their
uniqueness, infectious charisma and
undeniable passion for this art.

Oladapo Daniel Oyebanjo, is an
enigma that defies all attempts to
completely define him. You have
blazed a trail in the annals of music
on this continent and even beyond
throughout your scintillating career. It has been a journey of ups and downs, breaking conventions and rewriting the rules in your own style and giving people like me the privilege of watching Africa’s Greatest Entertainer.

Perhaps even more astounding is the ease with which you have kept audiences on their feet, blowing their minds away with your unique blend of vocal dexterity and life-based lyrics. Indeed it has been a decade of pure excellence, sheer class
and extravagant performances from
the Koko Master.

Your rise to prominence is no accident and those who were privileged to listen to you play the harmonica can attest to the hard work, dedication and sheer belief that has catapulted you to the zenith of your profession today.

Asides from your undeniable
contribution to the musical industry in Nigeria, it is the impact you have made outside the shores of this country and even the continent that stands you out among your peers.

From your maiden award at the 2005 Kora Awards to the well-deserved Best Newcomer award bagged at the 2006 Channel O music
awards, it was obvious that the
trajectory was only going up from
there.

You kept on turning out hits
despite the euphoria of past triumphs and the challenge of surpassing previous accomplishments. It is only
fitting that you have a trophy cabinet
littered with an avalanche of international, continental and domestic honours to show for your
laudable efforts.

Moreover, your status as an
outstanding entrepreneur is matched only by your passion for youth development in Africa. The Koko Foundation and the burgeoning ONE campaign are just examples of your foray into the field of selfless service.

Every step you take is more than a
milestone, signing a lucrative deal
with the trendy audio company
BeatByDre is more of pace setting as the First African Ambassador of Apple.

As Nigeria’s first United Nations Youth Ambassador for Peace, you remain a beacon of hope in this troubled period.

There are many ways to describe a
man of excellence, a man of many
parts, an enigma worthy of adulation
and genuine adulation. I stand in awe of your existence as a human being and all you have achieved against the odds.

It has been my greatest pleasure
to be one of your biggest fans and to
dream that one day, I can attain
heights such as yours. You have proved that the sun can be reached even if the stars seem closer. I want to say thank you for giving me the opportunity to witness your magic at close quarters.

Other men it is said have seen the
angels, but I have seen thee and thou art enough.

As you celebrate your 10th Year
Anniversary in the Music Industry,
may God Almighty make you greater
as the well of your favour and grace
shall not dry.

You shall not fail, or stumble, and may God grant and always replenish your wisdom, knowledge and understanding.

Welcome to another decade of
multiple greatness. God bless you
D’banj.

Long Live DKM Media, Long Live

DbanjRecords, Long Live TeamDbanj,

Long Live D’banj.

Yours Faithfully,

Dami’ Adenuga @Sir_Rozlah