Singer Johnny Drille has talked about the significant changes parenthood has brought about in his life.
Johnny Drille claimed to have developed a greater respect for his parents after he and his wife, Rima Tahini, welcomed their daughter, Amaris Ighodaro.
He talks about how they taught him the value of family and how they sacrificed for him and his brothers in a recent interview with Dose Of Society.
He claims that he now appreciates his parents’ efforts even more and recognises the importance of raising a child.
He went on to say that his family comes first and that he would do anything to be there for them.
He reflects on his parents’ resourcefulness in providing for their family despite facing challenges, and he admires how they made difficult times seem fun for their children.
Johnny Drille said having a child of his own has given him a new perspective on the sacrifices his parents made, and he is grateful for their love and support.
He said: “The one rule I live by is family first. I would abandon anything I’m doing anywhere in the world if my family needs me, super importantly.
“Family has always been my support system. Every time I got overwhelmed by the world around me, I always run back to family. And, it all felt better. They have been there for me, especially, my parents. My biggest dream in life is to be able to take care of them and get them to see the world.
“My parents didn’t have much. I remember it was really hard sometimes and we would not have food to eat and they would figure out a way to be able to provide food for us.
“They just made it work and made it fun for us. Back then it looked fun, but now when I think about it, I just know they were trying to shield us from a lot of things at that time.
“Now I have a daughter and I understand what it feels like to be able to nurture someone. Right now, I appreciate my parents even more for what they did for me and my siblings. Having a child changes your life in the most incredible ways.
“And I think that’s not talked about enough, but I’m grateful that I have parents that were able to nurture me, especially in a crazy world like this, and to be able to navigate the different aspects of life”.
