Veteran music executive and Mavin Records boss, Don Jazzy, has candidly shared his career regrets, revealing the artists he wishes he had signed. He expressed admiration for Simi and Teni, both missed opportunities, and disclosed passing on signing superstar Davido, believing in his destined greatness. A deal with rapper Falz almost materialized but didn't go through, while Wizkid was already under different management.
- Don Jazzy specifically named Simi and Teni as artists he wished he had signed due to his admiration for their talent.
- He had the opportunity to sign Davido but opted not to, confident in Davido's trajectory towards success.
- A deal with rapper Falz was close to completion but ultimately fell apart.
- Signing Wizkid was not possible as the artist was already managed by another executive.
- Don Jazzy acknowledged the industry reality: "You can't sign everybody, no matter how talented they are."
In the fast-evolving Nigerian music scene, even legends like Don Jazzy miss a few beats. His openness reveals the complex timing, instinct, and circumstance that shape careers. In hindsight, what looks like a “missed opportunity” may simply be the nature of the business; nobody has a crystal ball, not even Don Baba J.
More than just a confession, Don Jazzy’s comments remind us that the music industry is full of what-ifs. It takes more than talent to succeed; sometimes, timing decides everything.
