Cobhams Asuquo Speaks To The Elite And The Streets In New Reality-Check Single, “Breathe”

Cobhams Asuquo began his career behind the scenes because he didn’t like the sound of his voice, but today, he is one of Nigeria’s top musical producers and singers. He spent the first 13 years of his music career working as a producer for some of Africa’s biggest stars, mainly due to his discomfort with the very thing he now performs for his fans worldwide.

He now sings about the struggles faced by the average Nigerian man using the same voice that he once found objectionable. Asuquo speaks out against corruption and poor leadership sombre and measuredly. The ballad-style song aims to remind the political class of their obligations and the general public to be mindful of not forgetting what they deserve.

The song conveys the anguish of a heart that senses that things are getting out of hand and that it is time for people to take action. The statement made by Nigerian President Tinubu during one of his pre-election campaigns served as the inspiration for this revolutionary song. This song was inspired by the depressing truths that emerged after his election to office, as there is an apparent discrepancy between what was promised and what is being provided.