‘I was a Muslim for 2 years it did influence the way I see things n write’- Asa

Asa has revealed that her time spent as a Muslim plays a very important role in her music.

In a chat with Africa Podcast, Asa, told show host, Andre Blaze, about her inspirational

background, revealing how much time she spent following the teachings of Islam.

The singer currently is on a European tour for her album, ‘Bed of Stone’, visiting major cities on the continent.

“I come from a Muslim background, and I actually had a stint with Islam. I was a Muslim for about 2 years or 3?” Asa said.

“I was after high school I lived with my grandparents. My grandparents were Muslims from Lagos Island, and yes it did influence the way I see things and the way I write.”

Asa further went on to emphasise the inspiration she received, crediting Islam as the major factor behind her song ‘Awé’, a single of her hugely successful self-titled debut album, ‘Asa’.

“It influenced the song ‘Awé’. You see just near where I used to live, there was a mosque, and we had a munedžim who calls out prayers.