At D’banj’s 20th-anniversary celebration, Funke Akindele shared a heartwarming story of how the legendary singer inspired her to revive her iconic Jenifa brand
Their chance encounter at a club led to a pivotal conversation that changed the course of her career.
D’banj, a self-proclaimed Jenifa fan, was surprised to learn that the series had ended and urged Funke to continue milking the lucrative brand.
He generously offered financial support, gifting her money to create more sequels, which led to the creation of “The Return of Jenifa.”
Funke Akindele praised D’banj, calling him “more than just a musician, a movement!”
She expressed gratitude for his wisdom and support, acknowledging how his legacy has brought joy to countless hearts and will continue to inspire generations to come.
Funke Akindele on how D’Banj inspired Jenifa brand
“After the big break with Jenifa, everybody loved Jenifa so much, I was out there and everyone was celebrating me so much. I was invited to a club where I met Dbanj for the first time and he gave me his number and inquired if there is a sequence to Jenifa, I told him No and he questioned why as he noted how Jenifa is a brand I can feast on for the rest of my life.
“He told me that when I have a brand, you feed on the brand, you milk the brand very well and make money out of it. Out of his pocket, he gave me money and said I should go write another Jenifa and he supports me with the money”.
“Dbanj you’re more than just a musician, you’re a movement! Your music has brought joy to our hearts, and your legacy will live on forever”.
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