Johnny Drille: My Music Doesn’t Fit in Church
Nigerian singer Johnny Drille has revealed that while his musical foundation is in the church, he never felt his sound belonged there. Speaking on a podcast, the artist stated that his faith remains strong, but his music often receives backlash from the Christian community for not conforming to traditional gospel norms. He explained that his songs focus on positive themes, like love, which he believes the church sometimes avoids discussing openly. Drille, who was once a church choir director, acknowledged that the experience was crucial in shaping him as a musician. However, he feels there is a wider space for music beyond just worship, and his creative expression naturally found its home outside the church setting.
