Nigerian singer Waje has shared personal details about her past struggles with body image, revealing how insecurity shaped her lifestyle in her early years.
Speaking on the Her Next Chapter podcast, the mother of one disclosed that she often felt uncomfortable with her physique, particularly her upper body, during her 20s. To cope, she said she resorted to wearing multiple bras in an attempt to conceal her natural shape.
Waje explained that the discomfort began even before she became a mother, noting that she had long been self-conscious about her appearance.
However, the singer said she has since overcome those insecurities, attributing her transformation to personal growth and the influence of supportive people around her. She highlighted the role of close friends, including rapper M.I Abaga and dancer Kaffy, who helped reinforce her self-worth.
She also pointed to motherhood as a turning point in her journey, saying it played a significant role in building her confidence and changing her perspective about her body.
Waje’s revelation adds to ongoing conversations around body image and self-acceptance, particularly among women in the entertainment industry.
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