Nigerian singer Crayon has shared a surprising personal story from the early days of his career, revealing that he once had a strong crush on Tiwa Savage and that an encounter with her in 2018 left a lasting impact on him.
Speaking during a chat with streamer Carter Efe, the former Mavin Records signee reflected on how meeting Tiwa Savage at the time felt surreal, given how much he admired her.
According to Crayon, his admiration went beyond professional respect, as he admitted to having a major crush on the award-winning singer while he was still finding his footing in the industry.
He went on to recount a moment they shared in which Tiwa Savage allegedly asked if he smoked. After he responded affirmatively, he claimed she handed him what he described as “backy,” a slang term for a rolled smoking mixture.
Crayon suggested that the experience had a deeper influence on him, noting that it marked the beginning of a habit he later struggled with.
While he did not provide extensive details, his comments have sparked conversations online, with fans reacting to the unexpected revelation and its implications on his early lifestyle.
The disclosure offers a rare glimpse into Crayon’s formative years in the music industry, highlighting how personal experiences and encounters can shape an artist’s journey behind the scenes.
“Tiwa Savage was my crush in 2018, she gave me my first Backy, she asked me if I smoke, I said yes mama I smoke”
– Crayon pic.twitter.com/rHRKPoKaJM
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