#CelebratingObeyAtEighty
Growing up in the early 80s, my dad had this phonograph where he regularly played his collection of albums by Chief Commander Obey.
Even as a kid, my love for his music was beyond here. My favorite was 'Aimasiko.'
Obey's lyrics had a subtle way of piercing through the human soul and it could surge from your subconscious when taking lifetime decisions about friends, family, business, career, politics and so on.
When I left home for the University, I made it a goal to start my own collection of Obey music.
I eventually had an archive of Obey evergreen songs in cassettes with a small collection 100 tapes. I tried to beat my Dad's record of Obey collection.
To borrow my friend's words in eulogizing him, Obey is like "a prophet/philosopher with songs that have stood the test of time. Others see him as a moralist whose music and teachings have kept the moral compass of his people from sinking into oblivion. His music cuts across all generations, ethnic groups and social strata."
Chief was the toast of several high society owambes in those days. He was just a musical enigma and collosus.
Obey spoke to conscience. He was moderate and consistent. His life had a semblance of his music. I just love him.
Today, I celebrate this iconic Juju musician and one of Nigeria's finest artiste with over 660 songs recorded, Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey Fabiyi MFR.
As your days, so shall your strength be Baba.
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