Nigeria’s Afrobeats Superstar, Burna Boy, has opened up about his spiritual journey, revealing that he converted from Christianity to Islam in his quest for truth, a journey he says has ultimately left him feeling more “confused.”
Speaking in an interview with American streamer PlaqueBoyMax, the Grammy-winning artist said his transition from Christianity to Islam stemmed from a deep desire to understand the meaning of existence and the nature of creation.
He said: “I grew up as a Christian, but then I converted to Islam and all types. It’s like I have studied it all. I am still out here trying to find what is really going on,” he said.
“My exploration of different religions and sacred texts has led me to question institutionalised belief systems.
“Religion is a controlled mechanism. In all my research, there is always one scientific fact that goes against every book. Everything comes from the workshop of the sun,” he said.
In spite of his uncertainty, the ‘City Boys’ crooner described himself as deeply spiritual and said he maintains a personal connection with a higher power.
“The more I researched, the more confused I got. All I know is that the truth is there is something up there protecting me. That I am in tune with. That’s why when I pray, I feel like I’m being heard.”
Burna Boy, who won the Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album in 2021 for Twice As Tall, recently released his eighth studio album, ‘No Sign of Weakness.’