“Every Song I Listen To Must Teach Me Something” – Osebo

Osebo the Fashion King has opened up about his unique taste in music, revealing that he only listens to songs that carry meaningful messages and life lessons rather than tracks made purely for entertainment.

Speaking in an interview on Hitz FM’s Daybreak Hitz, the fashion entrepreneur said the lyrical content of a song is the deciding factor in whether he continues listening or immediately skips it.

According to Osebo, music should go beyond catchy rhythms and serve as a source of wisdom, inspiration and guidance.

“I’m saying this because it’s my point of view. Every piece of music I listen to teaches me something, so I don’t listen to music that doesn’t make sense,” he stated.

He explained that songs with valuable messages have a lasting impact on him, adding that he appreciates music that educates and inspires listeners.

“That’s why I say there’s wisdom in gospel music, there’s wisdom in funeral songs, and many highlife songs carry gospel-like messages. It’s the words in a song that make me eager to listen to it,” he said.

Osebo disclosed that he particularly enjoys gospel music, traditional highlife and funeral songs because of the depth of their lyrics. He noted that whenever he comes across a new song without any meaningful advice or message, he quickly moves on to another track.

“If I’m playing a song I’ve never heard before and I don’t hear any sensible advice in it, I skip it,” he said.

The businessman also shared his admiration for Awoyo funeral songs, explaining that although they often evoke sadness and emotion, their powerful messages make them enjoyable and memorable.

“I even dance to funeral songs. I can listen to them while crying and still be nodding my head. I love Awoyo songs,” he revealed.

Osebo added that music with meaningful lyrics connects with him on a deeper emotional level, sometimes becoming so impactful that he listens to the same song repeatedly for weeks.

“Sometimes the music gets deep inside me—it’s almost like a spirit. That’s just who I am. I can play one particular song for an entire month,” he said.

Comparing today’s music with songs from previous generations, Osebo argued that older musicians placed greater emphasis on moral lessons and practical advice in their lyrics.

“The wisdom and advice in the songs from the olden days are different from the kind of music many people make today,” he concluded.