Made Kuti rejects materialism, saying he does not see value in owning multiple cars or chasing wealth due to how he was raised by his father
[dropcap]M[/dropcap]ade Kuti rejects materialism in a new interview where he shared how his upbringing shaped his values and view on wealth.
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The Grammy-nominated Afrobeat musician said he does not place much importance on material possessions, particularly items like cars that lose value over time.
Speaking to Pulse Nigeria, the son of legendary musician Femi Kuti said he finds it unnecessary to own several vehicles, pointing out that they are not long-term investments and depreciate with time.
“I’m the kind of person who just does what he wants. Maybe my dad was very clever with how he raised us. But the school of thought is, I don’t care much about materialistic things,” Kuti explained.
I don’t care much about material things. Seven or eight cars make no sense to me — they lose value, and that’s not where I find meaning.
“For example, how many cars do you need to drive? I genuinely don’t understand why you need 7, 8 cars. They are depreciating assets. In the next couple of years, they will depreciate. So, it’s weird to me, but it’s an interest to another person,” he added.
Kuti’s remarks stand out in an industry often associated with the pursuit of luxury. His perspective aligns with his family’s legacy of social consciousness and simplicity, even in the spotlight.
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The Afrobeat star continues to build his musical identity while upholding values that distinguish him from the crowd.
Ibrahim Onipede is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, public affairs, and human-interest stories.
