Zimbabwean rapper Takura Shonhayi made a triumphant return to the stage on Star FM's Unplugged broadcast, marking his first performance of 2024.
This comeback held even more significance as Takura openly addressed his recent battle with drug abuse and his path towards recovery.
The rapper, who spent five weeks in rehabilitation, expressed his gratitude to his manager, Mike Rich, for recognizing his struggles and facilitating his entry into treatment. "I was going through the most," Takura confessed during the interview with DJ Eve. "I was kind of on drugs, I was losing myself and he [Mike Rich] took me to rehab for five weeks and got to have a clear mind."
Mike Rich echoed Takura's sentiment, acknowledging the importance of seeking help and expressing his pride in Takura's transformation. "It was not very difficult for me to help," Mike Rich stated. "I have also been helped in my life in different areas. I am very grateful for his transformation."
Looking towards the future, Takura is not only focused on his recovery but also on his music career. He excitedly shared plans for upcoming projects, including a highly anticipated collaboration with Nigerian superstar Davido. "I have one [collaboration] with Davido and more are coming," he revealed, leaving fans eager for new music.
Takura's openness about his struggles with drug abuse is a powerful message, particularly for young people facing similar challenges. His story serves as an inspiration to others, demonstrating the importance of seeking help and the possibility of overcoming addiction.
The rapper, who spent five weeks in rehabilitation, expressed his gratitude to his manager, Mike Rich, for recognizing his struggles and facilitating his entry into treatment. "I was going through the most," Takura confessed during the interview with DJ Eve. "I was kind of on drugs, I was losing myself and he [Mike Rich] took me to rehab for five weeks and got to have a clear mind."
Mike Rich echoed Takura's sentiment, acknowledging the importance of seeking help and expressing his pride in Takura's transformation. "It was not very difficult for me to help," Mike Rich stated. "I have also been helped in my life in different areas. I am very grateful for his transformation."
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Takura Returns to the Stage, Hints at Davido Collaboration and Openly Discusses Overcoming Drug Addiction |
Takura's openness about his struggles with drug abuse is a powerful message, particularly for young people facing similar challenges. His story serves as an inspiration to others, demonstrating the importance of seeking help and the possibility of overcoming addiction.
This, coupled with his upcoming collaboration with Davido, positions Takura for a promising and impactful return to the music scene.