Nigerian singer Oxlade recently shared insights into his personal experience with love and heartbreak during his appearance on The 90’s Baby Show. He discussed the inspiration behind his lyric “I feel like love is overrated” from his song “Intoxicated.”
Oxlade chose not to name his ex-girlfriend directly, explaining his reluctance to expose her due to concerns about the intense reactions of his fans. He mentioned that he prefers not to tarnish her reputation and let the community handle such matters.
Reflecting on his past relationship, Oxlade revealed that societal pressures and external judgments played a significant role in the breakdown of their love. He recounted a painful incident where his then-girlfriend’s friends questioned her choice of partner, which deeply affected him.
This experience led him to reassess his views on love, highlighting that while love can be beautiful, it’s not always found easily and requires a degree of luck and divine intervention.
Oxlade’s candid discussion sheds light on how personal experiences and societal influences can shape one’s perspective on love and relationships.