Nigerian singer Darkoo has spoken out about making friends in the music industry, stating that she regards Ayra Starr as a sister rather than an industry friend.
During her recent guest appearance on the Uncut Podcast, the singer confessed that while she is not looking for friends in the industry, she has made a few, including Ayra Starr.
“I have some friends in the industry, I don’t think I’m looking for friends in the industry just friends in general. I feel like I was able to find that in Ayra Starr, I don’t even see her as an industry friend; I see her as my sister,” she said.
Darkoo emphasized that their strong friendship originates from their similarities and mutual respect; she also stated that they learn from one another.
She explained, “I feel like why we merge so well is because we’re very alike but what I really love her is that she’s so respectful. You can just tell that she is a proper Naija girl, by the way she looks at life. She also teaches me a lot of stuff; we teach each other stuff and I love that type of relationship.”
Darkoo also stated that, while she is friendly with many people in the industry, she differentiates between casual interactions and deeper friendships.
“In terms of going out and seeing people, I won’t say that they’re my ‘friends’ and we talk all the time. I’m a very friendly person, so it’s easy to make those friendships but it doesn’t go further than just seeing each other and DMing each other. I feel like the distance is fine because see finish is a real thing, when you get too close and too comfortable with people they start to disrespect you,” she added.