Black Sherif explains why sharing his vulnerability makes him stronger as an artiste
Black Sherif has explained that his music serves as his personal response to the pressures and realities of the world around him.
He shared that each of his songs carries the weight of his community, particularly the Zongo streets where he grew up.
In a conversation with Patta, Black Sherif discussed how he channels his vulnerability into strength through his music.
“I’ve come to realize that everyone fights the system in their own way. For me, music is how I fight back. I stay honest and reflect the world around me. In Zongos, you don’t often see men being vulnerable. The common belief is that ‘Being soft gets you nowhere.’ But I express my vulnerability anyway, and that gives me power,” he explained.
The artist also spoke about his song “Victory Song,” where he opened up about crying alone in a hotel room in London. When asked why he chose to share such a personal moment, Black Sherif emphasized the importance of revealing the side of success that is rarely discussed.
“People see you performing on stage or traveling, but they don’t see the moments when the noise fades, and you’re alone with your thoughts. That moment made me realize I’m still that kid from back home, feeling things deeply. I want people to hear that. That’s the kind of artist I want to be,” he added.
