This archive report was first published on 24 September 2021.
Renowned musician and businesswoman Akothee has spoken candidly about the difficulties of being a public figure, expressing her desire to be a 'normal person' and revealing the emotional scars of fame.
On social media, Akothee shared a heartfelt post, confessing that she sometimes wishes she could avoid public recognition and simply live a peaceful life.
"You all might not understand but allow me to express myself today. I may appear strong but deep down I have been broken Soo many times. I am a moving damaged good…I have realised that I have become very sensitive that I don’t even want to leave my house," she wrote.
Akothee also revealed that she gets scared when meeting fans in public, citing instances where people who initially showed her love turned into 'upgraded professional haters.'
"The moment I am noticed, even without knowing, I stop that business, And I just want to run away. It’s not funny at all, since I know some might be genuine but again, I also thought the ones before were genuine too," she said.
Akothee's post has sparked a conversation about the challenges of fame and the emotional toll it can take on individuals.
