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Omah Lay Says £10m Or $10m Could Heal Him For A Month Amid Mental Health Struggles

Published

June 25, 2025

Popular Nigerian singer and Afrobeats sensation, Omah Lay, has once again shed light on his ongoing battle with depression, revealing that a large sum of money—£10 million or $10 million—could offer him temporary emotional relief.

In a recent post shared on his X (formerly Twitter) page, the Soso hitmaker wrote, “10M in pounds or dollars right now will heal me for at least a month,” a statement that many fans interpreted as a blend of sarcasm and truth. The post quickly sparked conversation online, drawing attention back to the artist’s well-documented struggle with mental health.

This isn’t the first time Omah Lay has spoken openly about his emotional state. Since the release of his debut album Boy Alone in 2022, the singer has consistently used his platform to speak about depression, isolation, and the pressures of fame. He previously disclosed that his depression worsened after a controversial romantic involvement with his therapist shortly after dropping the album—an experience that he says left him more broken.

Now preparing for the release of his sophomore album titled Clarity of Mind, Omah Lay appears to be channeling his experiences into his music. According to him, this new project is expected to reflect his path to healing, as he continues to navigate the emotional aftermath of fame, heartbreak, and personal loss.

Omah Lay’s candidness has played a crucial role in pushing the conversation about mental health within the Nigerian entertainment space—a topic often overlooked or stigmatized. His willingness to bare his struggles publicly is resonating with fans, many of whom have praised him for being honest about the darker sides of success. As anticipation builds for Clarity of Mind, listeners are hoping the project brings both healing to the artist and greater awareness to the importance of mental wellness.