Nigerian music producer Krizbeatz has shared a personal anecdote about visiting Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage’s home, where he found her reading the Bible while they worked on her song “Energy.”
Krizbeatz made the revelation during an appearance on the Zikoko podcast (the “One More Thing” episode), where he discussed his Christian faith. The producer, known for hits including Tekno’s “Pana,” described himself as a “church boy” who grew up in church and continues to maintain a strong connection to Christianity and scripture despite working in the entertainment industry. He noted that he avoids scheduling studio sessions on days when he has church commitments and is careful about content that does not align with his values.
Recalling the session for “Energy,” Krizbeatz said: “I am the producer of Tiwa Savage’s song ‘Energy.’ The day I visited her house to produce the song, I saw her reading the Bible.” He presented the moment as a quiet observation that stood out to him, offering a contrast to the public image often associated with mainstream music stars.
“Energy,” released in May 2026 and featuring Wande Coal and Mavo, was produced by Krizbeatz (also credited as Krisbeatz in some reports). The track served as a lead single from Tiwa Savage’s forthcoming project and was previewed at the 2026 MOBO Awards. It blends Afrobeats energy with themes of confidence and ambition.
The producer used the story to illustrate that personal faith and religious practice can coexist with a career in music and entertainment. Clips from the interview, including the relevant section around the 23-minute mark, have circulated online.
In related recent comments, Tiwa Savage responded on social media to criticism of her self-description as “African Baddie,” noting that she is 46, “fine, paid, unbothered,” and promoting the track of the same name.
The revelation has drawn attention for humanizing the private side of one of Afrobeats’ leading figures alongside the producer’s own reflections on balancing faith and the industry.
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