RnB sensation Irie Love – best known for her chart-topping hit “The Step Up”graced Obinna Show Live. Hosted by the ever-charismatic Oga Obinna, the interview peeled back layers of the artist’s life, from her teenage dreams to heartbreak, healing, and a fierce commitment to living unapologetically.
Irie Love’s Musical Roots
“I started singing at the age of 16,” she shared with a nostalgic smile, her voice carrying the warmth of those early days. What began as innocent passion has evolved into a career that’s seen her grace international screens and playlists. Her breakthrough track “The Step Up” remains a staple in Afro-fusion circles, but as Irie revealed, the road hasn’t always been smooth rhythms.
The Obinna Show Live appearance felt like a homecoming, with Irie performing snippets of her catalog live, reminding fans why she’s a force in Kenyan music. But beyond the hits, this episode delved into the woman behind the mic one who’s navigated fame’s highs and lows with grace.
Why Irie Love Says No to Motherhood
One of the interview’s most memorable moments came when Oga Obinna probed Irie on family life. In a society where women’s choices around motherhood often spark debate, Irie was unflinchingly clear: “I like freedom. I like a life where I can go flying if my mum needs me with no hesitation, hang out with friends when I need to.”
Divorce, Depression, and the ‘Child Issue’
Irie didn’t shy away from the scars of love. Married for eight years, her union ended in divorce – a chapter she described as transformative yet torturous. “I think the child was an issue,” she admitted. “I was very clear from the beginning, and most men think that they can change women’s thinking.”
This revelation humanizes Irie, showing the vulnerability beneath her poised exterior. For fans who’ve followed her since “The Step Up,” it’s a reminder that even icons grapple with the same heartaches we all do.
Shaping the Next Generation
Irie’s heart extends far beyond her own healing. A dedicated mentor to young women, she offers guidance without strings attached – no monetary exchange, just pure investment in their futures. “It’s my spiritual responsibility,” she affirmed, eyes lighting up at the thought.
Looking ahead, Irie teased an ambitious project: a mentorship festival in 2026. Envisioned as a celebration of female voices in music and beyond, it promises workshops, performances, and sisterhood. “Everything we go through shapes us differently,” she reflected when asked if she regrets not having children – a nod to how her child-free path has fueled this legacy-building work.
Irie’s Spiritual Evolution
Raised in a Christian church by her parents, Irie’s spiritual journey has been one of exploration. “My parents raised me in a Christian church, but later I found my own way – which is life,” she said simply. It’s a philosophy that echoes through her art: embracing experiences as teachers, not doctrines.
Irie Love
Irie Love’s Obinna Show Live sit-down wasn’t just an interview; it was a manifesto for living authentically.
Catch the full episode on Obinna TV Extra
