Mejja Reveals Three Lessons He Would Keep If Fame and Fortune Disappeared

Mejja has opened up about the values and life lessons he considers most important, revealing the three things he would hold on to if his money, fame, music and following disappeared overnight.

Speaking on the Tubonge Podcast hosted by Chris the Bass, the veteran artiste reflected on nearly two decades in the music industry and the experiences that have shaped his outlook on life.

Mejja, who began his music career in 2007, was raised in Nyeri in modest surroundings where several families shared a single toilet. His breakthrough came after producer Clemmo of Calif Records discovered him and brought him to Nairobi.

During the interview, Chris the Bass asked Mejja which three lessons he would preserve if he suddenly lost everything he had built through his career.

Appreciating family

Mejja identified appreciation for family as the first lesson he would keep.

He explained that growing older and becoming a parent had given him a deeper understanding of the sacrifices parents make while raising their children.

According to Mejja, maturity often brings a greater appreciation of the challenges parents endured and the effort they put into providing for their families.

For him, family remains one of the few constants that can withstand changes in wealth, fame and circumstances.

Keeping a small inner circle

The second lesson Mejja highlighted was the importance of maintaining a small circle of trusted friends.

“I would have a small circle of people.”

Mejja observed that success and changing environments can sometimes cause people to lose touch with who they were before they became successful.

He noted that artists, in particular, can find themselves surrounded by new people and influences as their careers grow, potentially making it easier to lose their original identity and connection to reality.

For Mejja, maintaining close relationships with people who knew him before fame helps keep him grounded.

Learning financial literacy early

Mejja’s third lesson centred on financial literacy and learning how to manage money from an early age.

He stressed that earning money is only one part of achieving financial stability, with the ability to manage and understand finances being equally important.

“Knowing how to use and manage money,”

Mejja encouraged young people to actively seek financial education, whether through mentors or short courses.

“Financial literacy early, even if it means taking a mentor or paying for a small three-month course downtown, is very important so I know about finances.”

He said understanding money management early can help people make better decisions and build greater financial stability over time.

A philosophy built on patience and gratitude

Throughout the conversation, Mejja also emphasised patience, humility and consistent effort.

He recalled a period when he recorded about 30 songs in an effort to attract corporate recognition, contrasting his experience with that of some newer artistes who can gain attention after releasing just one or two songs.

For Mejja, the difference highlights the importance of persistence and refusing to measure one’s journey against the success of others.

He believes sustained hard work helps build longevity while reducing the self-doubt that can come with a slow start.

Ultimately, Mejja’s reflections point to values that extend beyond music and fame: appreciating family, maintaining genuine relationships, understanding money and remaining patient throughout life’s journey.