Nigerian R&B singer Ric Hassani has shared the life-changing moment that made him quit his bank job and fully chase music. Speaking on the CreativiTea podcast, he explained how one viral video changed everything for him.

Ric said that when he moved to Lagos, he struggled to find support. His sound was different from what most Nigerian listeners were used to. He believed in his music, but the industry didn’t seem interested. He kept working on his songs, even while holding a day job at Access Bank.

At the time, Ric Hassani had no record deal and no major platform. Still, he decided to stay true to himself. He recalled thinking, “If this is the last song I ever make, I’ll do it my way.”

Then, something unexpected happened. One of his songs was used in a wedding proposal video that went viral online. Instead of people focusing on the couple, they all wanted to know what song was playing. That moment became a turning point in his career.

Soon after, he was booked for a live show. The payment he received was more than his monthly salary at the bank. That was all the confirmation he needed. Ric resigned from his banking job and chose music full-time.

Today, he’s one of the most respected voices in Nigerian R&B. His story shows that staying true to your passion and being patient can lead to success, even when the journey is tough.

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