Music Is Like Spiritual Food to Me” — Old Fela Interview Resurfaces
✍️ By Tobi | February 20, 2026 | 12:54 PM
An old video of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti has resurfaced online, sparking renewed admiration for his passion and philosophy about music.
In the clip, Fela makes it clear that his art was never driven by financial gain. “I don’t go to play because I’m playing for money. Music makes me live. It’s not for money,” he said, emphasizing that music was a life force rather than a business venture.
Describing the depth of his connection to sound and performance, he added, “It’s like sex to me. It’s like a spiritual food.” The statement, bold and characteristically expressive, reflects the intensity and spiritual undertone that defined his Afrobeat movement.
The resurfaced video has drawn reactions from fans who say it highlights the authenticity and conviction that set Fela apart as not just a musician, but a cultural revolutionary.
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