{
  "id": 16900844,
  "title": "Why I chose music over football — Mr Eazi",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/28/why-i-chose-music-over-football-mr-eazi",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-28T13:14:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/why-i-chose-music-over-football-mr-eazi/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nigerian musician Mr Eazi disclosed during a recent interview with Beat FM that Chelsea Football Club had previously shown interest in signing him before the club ultimately signed former Super Eagles midfielder John Obi Mikel. The revelation came as Mr Eazi explained his decision to pursue a music career instead, noting that he and Mikel were both considered for a potential move to Chelsea. However, he believed that Mikel's talents were better suited for football, while he could carve his own path in the music industry. This decision came to mind, Mr Eazi explained, similarly to how he allows other artists to shine in the music scene. He referenced fellow Nigerian artist Seyi Vibez, who famously said, \"Let your brother shine,\" to illustrate his own philosophy of stepping back and letting others take center stage. Mikel subsequently enjoyed a successful career at Chelsea, earning multiple Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League. Mr Eazi, meanwhile, has flourished in the Nigerian and international music industries, known for his unique sound and contributions to the growth of Afrobeats.",
  "summary": "Nigerian singer, Mr Eazi, claims Chelsea FC approached him for a potential signing before they secured the services of former Super Eagles star, John Obi M Read More: https://punchng.com/why-i-chose-music-over-football-mr-eazi/",
  "key_points": [
    "Mr Eazi considered joining Chelsea Football Club.",
    "He chose music over football, supporting fellow artists.",
    "John Obi Mikel excelled at Chelsea, winning titles."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}