Seyi Sodimu Recounts An inspiring Narrative Detailing His Efforts To Promote ‘Love Me Jeje’ Despite Facing Initial Rejection

Veteran Nigerian artist Seyi Sodimu has recounted an intriguing narrative of how he triumphed over initial setbacks to effectively promote his hit song, Love Me Jeje.

Released in 2004, the song achieved immense popularity in Nigeria and has since been regarded as a classic.

In a vintage interview clip, Seyi Sodimu disclosed that he encountered considerable obstacles while attempting to market Love Me Jeje in Los Angeles. Despite his dedication, the song faced rejection, with critics remarking that while he appeared American, his sound was distinctly African.

Refusing to be discouraged, Seyi Sodimu returned to Nigeria, where the song ultimately began to resonate with audiences. He reminisced that prior to his departure from Nigeria, the song had started to gain momentum at Ray Power FM and soon became a beloved choice at weddings throughout the nation.

Seyi Sodimu’s tale of resilience and determination has resurfaced amidst the controversy regarding Tems’ sampling of Love Me Jeje in her award-winning track. While some have voiced criticism towards Tems for allegedly not acknowledging Seyi Sodimu, the veteran artist’s inspiring journey serves as a poignant reminder of the hurdles and victories that many musicians encounter in the industry.

This is Afrobeats artiste Seyi Sodimu during the #Grammy weekend in Los Angeles in the year 2004, talking about how his evergreen song Love Me Jeje was rejected by major labels in America because he sounded “African”…

Who knew that 20yrs later, a song by another Nigerian… pic.twitter.com/3Nng6jQy31

— Ayo Shonaiya (@AyoShonaiya) February 3, 2025