“My Father Wanted Me To Be An Engineer” – Jidenna

Nigeria born America Singer, Jidenna

Nigerian-born American singer, Jidenna Theodore Mobisson who is in the country for a homecoming tour has said that his father always wanted him to be an Engineer.

Speaking to Bella-Naija, the ‘Classic Man’ crooner, said that he initially studied Sound Engineering at Stanford University before switching to Ritualistic Arts, knowing that “Stanford had a ‘million-dollar studio which at the time was not typical in schools.”

Jidenna who is signed to Wondaland Records however, later switched courses.

“So what I wanted to study was the art of rituals – Why do people paint their face before performances, why do we brush our teeth, why do we sing/dance and what does it do to our minds and how do you do this on a larger scale,” said Jidenna.

Jidenna, whose other singles include ‘Yoga’ and ‘Little Bit More’ in the interview also admitted to wanting to do collaborations with Nigerian musicians such as Tiwa Savage, Davido, Wizkid and others.

The artiste also disclosed that his homecoming would be detailed in a documentary.
“It’s also about me going to where I grew up Enugu,” said Jidenna.

“Even though I’m from Imo State but Enugu was where my entire perspective was shaped. As a young child seeing the world, Enugu is where I remember. I think the documentary will focus on me coming home and enjoying the experiences. Going down memory lane and I’m sure new memories will be created.”