In an interview with Naija FM Lagos, Klint Da Drunk explained that while he was studying at the Institute of Management Technology (IMT), Enugu, he initially aspired to become a musician. However, witnessing a performance by 2Face Idibia, who was also studying at the institute at the time, made him reconsider his path.
“I used to be a musician until 2Face got admitted to my school, IMT. One day, he performed at a campus event, and after hearing just two lines, I decided to leave the hall,” Klint Da Drunk recalled. “The organisers even asked me to stay back and perform afterward, but I went home. I didn’t know then that our styles were different. Had I known, I might have continued with music. But thank God I didn’t, because I like where I am now.”
Before fully embracing comedy, Klint Da Drunk had made his mark in the Nigerian music scene. He was featured in the hit hip-hop track “Obodo” by rapper Mr Raw and co-founded a music group with him. The group finished as runners-up in the Star Quest talent show in 2002, losing to KC Presh.
Since switching to comedy, Klint Da Drunk has carved out a successful career, starring in more than a dozen Nollywood films, including Men on the Run, Madam 10/10, Fast Cash, and Lost Kingdom. His journey reflects a willingness to embrace change and follow his true passion, proving that sometimes stepping away from the spotlight in one field can lead to stardom in another.