Iconic Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, has clarified his relationship with the late Fuji music legend, Alhaji Sikiru Ayinde Barrister, insisting it was that of a father and son rather than a master and apprentice.
Ayinde made these revelations during a pre-recorded interview with Agbaletu TV, which was released recently.
He stated that contrary to widespread beliefs that he trained as a Fuji musician under Barrister, the Mayegun of Yorubaland stressed that he did not live with the late icon as an apprentice.
He acknowledged that while some musicians had indeed gone to Barrister to learn Fuji music, his own relationship with the late legend was rooted in admiration and affection, ultimately leading to a bond akin to that of parent and child.
“I didn’t go to learn music from Barrister, because some people do go to learn music; I just loved him from when I was little. I saw him as a role model and I moved closer and identified with him. He welcomed me, and I became his child. I learnt good characters and ideals from him.”
He recounted that his relationship with Barrister dated back to when the late musician lived in a one-room apartment.
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