Nigerian music producer and Mavin Records CEO, Michael Collins Ajereh, widely known as Don Jazzy, has shared what inspired him to become a producer.
During a recent episode of the “On The Grind” podcast, Don Jazzy revealed that his deep passion for music was the driving force behind his journey into music production. He highlighted his proficiency in various instruments, especially the drums, even humorously claiming that he can drum while engaged in intimate activities.
“I just went in [to production] and never looked back. I finished playing percussion, I moved to jazz drum. From the drum set, I moved the bass guitar. At some point, I started learning the piano,” he said.
“I started learning more instruments when I was in London and I realised that I wanted to be a producer. But originally, I liked playing drums and bass guitar…. 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 also mentioned living in the studio with fellow producers Altims and Baby Fresh for two years.
Don Jazzy’s career began in the UK, working with JJC and the 419 Squad. In 2004, he co-founded Mo’ Hits Records with D’banj, where he was the in-house producer. After the label’s split, he launched Mavin Records in 2012, serving as both CEO and lead producer. He also worked as an in-house producer for Kanye West’s GOOD Music from 2011 to 2013.