Fola Reflects on Fame's Challenges and Football Passion

Nigerian singer Fola, during a Cool FM interview aired on YouTube on October 12, 2026, spoke about the difficulties that come with fame. He expressed that he misses simple pleasures, such as going to a viewing centre to watch football like a regular person.

Fola, who is from Ibadan, mentioned that this communal experience is now largely inaccessible to him due to his celebrity status. He also shared his admiration for both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, which is uncommon among fans who typically choose one over the other.

The interview followed the release of his sophomore album on October 9, 2026, titled "2am in Toronto," which consists of 14 tracks and reflects his identity as a consistent hitmaker. Fola is signed to Bella Shmurda's Dangbana Republik label and has collaborated with various artists, including Ayra Starr and Zlatan.

He has achieved multiple number-one positions on Nigerian charts and received Headies nominations.