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Nigerian music mogul and record producer Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has opened up about the driving force behind his career in music production. Speaking on a recent episode of the *On The Grind* podcast, the Mavin Records CEO shared that his deep love for music inspired him to pursue the craft.
Boasting about his versatility with various musical instruments, Don Jazzy highlighted his passion for drumming, even mentioning that he can drum in unexpected situations. “I literally drum all the time. I do it during sex. I can even drum on a woman’s buttocks if I get the inspiration for a beat at that time,” he said.
Reflecting on his journey, Don Jazzy explained how his interest evolved over time, starting with percussion and moving to other instruments like the bass guitar and piano. “I finished playing percussion, I moved to jazz drum. From the drum set, I moved to bass guitar. At some point, I started learning the piano,” he shared.
The acclaimed producer also revealed that he once lived in a studio with producers Altims and Baby Fresh for two years, showcasing his dedication to perfecting his craft.
Don Jazzy began his career in the UK, working with JJC and the 419 Squad before co-founding Mo’ Hits Records with D’banj in 2004, where he served as the in-house producer. After the dissolution of Mo’ Hits, he founded Mavin Records in 2012. He also had a stint as an in-house producer for Kanye West’s GOOD Music from 2011 to 2013.
