Nigerian Afrobeats star Adekunle Gold has shared a touching account of his lifelong battle with sickle cell disease, revealing the emotional and physical pain he has endured over the years.
The singer spoke candidly about how people often react to his health condition, saying, “They look at me like I’m going to die soon.”
Recalling one of the darkest periods of his life, Adekunle Gold revealed that he experienced a severe sickle cell crisis at the age of 20, a moment that pushed him to the edge emotionally.
“At 20, I had the craziest crisis of my life. I told God to take my life. And my mom couldn’t even rebuke me. Normally, she would, but that night, it got to a point where it felt like the only thing that made sense should just happen,” he narrated.
The singer’s revelation sheds more light on the difficult realities of living with sickle cell disease, a condition that continues to affect millions of people across the world.
By speaking openly about his experience, Adekunle Gold offered a rare and emotional insight into the physical pain, emotional exhaustion, and mental struggles many patients quietly endure for years.
His account also draws attention to the importance of awareness, support systems, and proper healthcare for individuals battling the condition on a daily basis.
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