Seun Emmanuel
Popular comedian Kint Da Drunk has revealed why he switched careers from music to comedy.
In a recent interview with Naija FM Lagos, Klint Da Drunk explained that he was initially pursuing a music career, why studying at the Institute of Management Technology, IMT, Enugu but gave up after realising that music was not for him after watching 2Face, who was also studying at the school, perform at an event on campus.
Da Drunk said he has no regret quitting music for comedy, stressing that he is happy with his career path.
He said, “I used to be a musician until 2Face got admitted to my school, IMT. One day, when he got on stage to perform at an event on campus, I left the hall. The organisers pleaded with me to stay back and perform when he is done.
“I accepted, but after hearing him sing just two lines, I went home. I didn’t know that my style and 2Face’s style were different. If I had known, I would have continued making music. But thank God I didn’t continue. I like where I am.”
Klint Da Drunk was featured in the popular Nigerian hip-hop song ‘Obodo’ by rapper Mr Raw. He also co-founded a music group with Mr Raw before quitting singing to focus on his comedy career.
The group came second in the Star Quest talent show in 2002 after losing to another group, KC Presh.
Following his success in the comedy industry, Klint Da Drunk starred in over a dozen Nollywood movies, including ‘Men On The Run’, ‘Madam 10/10’, ‘Fast Cash’, and ‘Lost Kingdom.’
