Popular Nigerian vocalist Sola Allyson has opened up about the philosophy guiding her music, firmly stating that she does not classify herself as a gospel artiste and deliberately avoids mentioning the name of Jesus in her songs.
Not a Gospel Artiste, Just a Singer
The singer, who rose to national fame with her 2003 hit soundtrack 'Eji Owuro', made these revelations during a recent interview on Oyinmomo TV. The interview, which was posted on YouTube on Friday, December 7, 2025, delved into her musical journey, personal faith, and life choices.
Allyson explained that many listeners label her music as gospel because of its deeply spiritual and uplifting messages. However, she distances herself from that categorization. "I don't sing religious songs. As I am like this, I don't call myself a gospel artiste. My name is Sola Allyson. I am a singer," she stated during the chat, which she conducted in a blend of English and Yoruba.
She emphasized that her work springs from a place of personal conviction and spiritual honesty, not from a desire to fit into a commercially defined religious box or to follow industry trends.
The Reason Behind Omitting Jesus' Name
When pressed on why she specifically refrains from mentioning Jesus in her lyrics, the 54-year-old artist provided a thought-provoking explanation rooted in her interpretation of faith. "Jesus didn't say we should be mentioning His name. He didn't say we should use His name for PR," Allyson remarked.
Her stance challenges a common practice in the Nigerian music industry, where many artists adopt overt Christian messaging. Allyson observed that some artists might use religious labels to gain quicker acceptance, but she prioritizes emotional truth and artistic integrity over such strategies. She creates music guided by her spirit, free from the pressure to meet external expectations.
Clarifying Marriage and Views on Feminism
Beyond her music, Sola Allyson used the platform to address persistent rumours about her marital life. She confirmed that she is indeed married but disclosed that she and her husband maintain separate residences.
"I am married but not living with my husband. He stays in his house and I also stay in my house," she shared. She described this unconventional arrangement as one that works well for their relationship, keeping it healthy. She critiqued traditional narratives around marriage, saying, "That's the love that people older than us didn't let us know is hard. They make it seem like once you love each other, you will live happily ever after."
For Allyson, marriage is a partnership of equals rather than a structure of ownership. "Saying I am in my husband's house is different from saying I married my husband. My husband and I married each other; we are in one another's life," she elaborated.
On the topic of feminism, the singer offered a balanced perspective, defining it as a pursuit of fairness and equal choice, not animosity towards men. "Feminism is not saying men are not good people…" she concluded, rounding off a candid interview that covered faith, art, and personal philosophy.
