By Uboh-Ekong Treasure
Nigerian rapper Vector Tha Viper (Olanrewaju Ogunmefun) has revealed that his 2021 hit single Early Momo, featuring Goodgirl LA, once helped a patient at a psychiatric home recover from depression a moment he described as one of the most meaningful outcomes of his music career.
Vector made the disclosure during a recent episode of The Honest Bunch podcast, where he spoke extensively about the role of music in addressing social issues and improving mental well-being.
“I released Early Momo and I got a message from a psychiatric home that said it helped somebody that was depressed,” Vector said. “That’s a successful moment in somebody else’s life that I didn’t even intend to”.
The rapper explained that moments like these reinforce his belief that music’s true value lies not just in commercial success but in its power to touch lives. According to him, art can serve as therapy and a companion during moments of pain, sadness, and isolation.
He further illustrated this point by referencing his collaboration with Seyi Vibez on the song Mercy, noting that a sudden surge in the track’s streams could signal that listeners are collectively seeking comfort or healing.
“Music should be spread across in such a way that whatever people are going through, they find the right record to fit that purpose,” he added, stressing that conscious music can help shape people’s mental and emotional states in a positive way.
Vector’s revelation comes at a time when conversations about mental health and emotional wellness are gaining traction in Nigeria. Advocates have consistently urged celebrities and public figures to use their platforms to break stigma and encourage those struggling with mental health issues to seek help.
Fans have since reacted to the interview across social media, praising the rapper for highlighting how music can serve as an instrument of healing and for showing that musicians can make a difference beyond entertainment.
