Music executive and producer Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has opened up about his views on love, marriage, and religion, revealing that despite his success, he still harbours fears about relationships and long-term commitment.
The 42-year-old, who was previously married in 2003 but divorced two years later, spoke candidly during an interview with HabbyFX on YouTube on Monday. He discussed his ideology on relationships, personal growth, and how his perception of love has evolved over time.
“There are good ones, there are bad ones. My parents were madly in love before my mom died. We see examples like that that make you believe in relationships and crave it and want something like that,” Don Jazzy said.
He, however, admitted that negative experiences from others often make people cautious.
“We do have some bad examples, coming from both sides, both men and women. Some men are violent, chronic cheats.
“And then when it now comes out on social media, you come out and you see like relationship bad breakups and people coming out to put out people’s dirty laundry outside, it now gives me a fear,” he said.
The Mavin Records CEO added that he was “still waiting for God” to show him the right person, saying,
“They said when you find the one, you will have butterflies in your stomach.”
On financial concerns and marriage, Don Jazzy said he feared the idea of losing his wealth to divorce.
“A man has to lose half of all that he has worked for in his life — that’s those ones that don’t have a prenup, like in America.
“You see some people who have struggled throughout their life, but when they divorce, they have to split the properties and things like that. All those things used to scare me. The money that I have amassed is for my generation,” he explained.
When asked if he had given love a chance recently, he replied,
“I’ve actually dated before. Currently, I’m single. Na fear, though God’s time is the best. I just want the right person. At the same time, I’m not sure if I’m the right person for somebody’s daughter.”
Reflecting on his personal growth, the music mogul said,
“Am I the ideal partner? Am I disciplined enough to be with one person? As I am working on myself, I pray to God on how to make myself a better person.
“Over the years, I have become a better person. When I was young, I was a menace, so I am getting older, I am getting wiser.”
Asked about his favourite artists, Don Jazzy said it was hard to pick one because of his wide creative range.
“I like Johnny Drille; he is very talented. He is one of those artists who is an all-rounder. Most of my artists would be my preferred artists. But in the country, the people who have pushed the culture forward are Wizkid, Davido, Burna, 2Face, D’banj, and Olamide.”
Speaking on his daily routine, he explained that he now prefers staying indoors and delegating responsibilities.
“I’m always indoors — inside my house, inside the office or inside the studio — and they’re all close by. I have people in place that are capable to put out fire once. But if for any reason they need me, they would seek my guidance or advice.”
On faith, Don Jazzy clarified that while he believes in God, he has become more cautious about organised religion.
“I believe in God, by birth,” he said. “But nowadays, I get sceptical about churches with how things are now. But I believe in God.”
Despite his fears, Don Jazzy’s honesty and humility continue to endear him to fans, who praised his openness and consistency in an industry often defined by fame and pressure.
