Afrobeats star Oxlade, born Ikuforiji Olaitan, has said he neither smokes nor takes hard drugs, attributing his lifestyle choices to his upbringing and faith.
Speaking during a candid conversation with gospel singer Tim Godfrey, the Ku Lo Sa hitmaker explained that he comes from a deeply Christian and musically inclined family, which shaped his values and approach to life.
Oxlade revealed that his musical journey began in the church, where he served extensively in the choir. According to him, those formative years influenced both his character and artistry.
“I don’t smoke. I don’t take drugs. I was a choir coordinator for every age group; children’s church, teen church, the youth choir and the mass choir,” he said.
“All my life I have been in the choir. I was raised in a musically inclined family. My grandma is a deaconess and an amazing singer. My grandad used to be a multi-instrumentalist. My mum could dance and sing. I have a pastor in my family. My gospel music writing is actually the best. Gospel music is the best music.”
The singer added that his career success is rooted in divine guidance, noting that his achievements would not be possible without God’s backing.
“Regardless of whichever perspective I am viewed, you should know that God is equally blessing me as much as He is blessing you. You can’t tour 40 cities with your debut album if God doesn’t want it to happen. As long as God is ordaining these steps and movements, there is really nothing for me to worry about,” Oxlade said.
His comments have sparked positive reactions from fans, many praising his discipline and faith-based outlook in an industry often associated with excess.
“I don’t smoke 🚭. I don’t take drugs.”
– Oxlade
— Daily Bash (@Dailybash_) January 20, 2026
