For Lagos-born Afrofusion artist P0PS, music isn’t just a form of expression; it’s a reflection of his soul, his story, and his faith. “P0PS is a blend of old school and new school music,” he says. “I’m usually the youngest in the crew, but they all say I’ve got an old soul, like I’ve been here before.” That balance between youthful energy and timeless wisdom defines both his sound and his outlook.

Growing up in Lagos shaped everything about him. The city’s pulse —its chaos, creativity, and colour —became his classroom. “Growing up in Lagos is everything to me,” he reflects. “From the hustle and grind to the diversity in music, birthing a new sound wherever you go. I have a lot of music from all my different eras because every place had its own vibe too.”

That eclectic energy finds its fullest expression in his latest single, “Crazy.” A record that feels both reflective and assertive, Crazy is a window into his life’s rhythm; the highs, the lows, and the lessons in between. “My life has been full of ups and downs,” he admits. “I’ve been through some really tough moments that I couldn’t wait to get out of. In all, God has always been faithful and set me apart by mercy. I stay positive and let everybody know I’m here for real, not by choice, but because I was chosen.”

That sense of purpose fuels his sound. Crazy balances gratitude, love, and confidence with ease, a spiritual kind of groove that only comes from introspection. “I was in an introspective state,” he explains. “I’m so grateful for the love I have in my life, and it just flowed right into the music.”

But beneath the gratitude lies grit. The recurring phrase “Who dey?” — a standout line in Crazy — is more than a chant. It’s a symbol of self-reliance. “I always end up in friendships or relationships where people try to take advantage of me,” he shares. “Nobody really got you like you got yourself. You gotta keep pushing for yourself.”

Faith remains the backbone of his journey. Raised in church, P0PS has been playing drums since age five and still serves in the choir today. “It’s my way of giving my talent back to God,” he says, “while His word keeps me grounded.”

That grounding is what he calls “Wavy Faith” — a mindset that embraces life’s ebbs and flows. “My life has been quite wavy,” he laughs. “But that’s life in general, full of highs and lows but always moving forward. The same way we still push, hope, and pray for the best.” If his “wavy faith” had a theme song, he says it would be “Oluwa Loni” by Wizkid, a track that mirrors his gratitude and belief in divine timing.

Romance also sneaks its way into his storytelling. “I love a good love story,” he grins. “These days, loyalty is hard to come by, whether in friends or relationships. The ones that stay through any weather? That’s what’s real.”

It’s easy to see the parallels between his music and his fashion, both grounded in individuality and comfort. “I’m a blend of old school and new age,” he says. “I pick from what I like and match it up with something cool. I love being unique and standing out, but most importantly, being comfy does the trick for me.”

If he could have dinner with anyone, dead or alive, Juice WRLD, PartyNextDoor, and Big Wiz would be at the table. “I love to freestyle, and I usually get the melodies first,  then the lyrics come later,” he says. “I’d love to see Party Next Door at work. How he curates his lyrics and melodies is tough. And Big Wiz? He’s the blueprint of this whole thing.”

At his core, P0PS is still that Lagos boy with rhythm in his blood and vision in his spirit. “No matter what life throws at you,” he says, “God always has your back. At the end of every tunnel, there’s light.”

And as for the line that best captures his life right now? He smiles. “Oluwakemi dey my side always.”

Listen to Crazy here. 

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