**Afrobeats Star Asake Reflects on Difficult 2020, Credits Experience for Rise to Stardom** Afrobeats singer Asake has shared his thoughts on a pivotal year in his life, 2020, which he describes as a challenging period that ultimately shaped his journey to stardom. In a recent interview with *Korty EO*, Asake opened up about the setbacks he faced during that time, which left him feeling stripped of something promising. Asake recalled the year 2020 as a time when "life humbled me so much." He shared an anecdote, saying, "You know when God puts something sweet in your mouth and removes it?" This experience, he explained, was a turning point in his life. At the time, he did not understand that God was building him for greater things. Asake mentioned that he received a hit song, "Mr. Money," but it was later taken away from him. "God then gave me, 'Me I no dey cap, me I no dey form,' and then He did not give me again," he said. **The Experience Shaped His Mindset and Prepared Him for Success** According to Asake, what initially felt like loss later became the foundation for his breakthrough. The experience helped shape his mindset and prepared him for the success that followed. Asake's reflections highlight how moments of uncertainty can eventually lead to breakthroughs, reinforcing his journey from struggle to international success. Asake also spoke about his ambition to take his music beyond Nigeria. He revealed that even before fame, he had always envisioned a future in the United States, particularly in California. "Before I travelled, Los Angeles was a place I liked," he said. "Even when I was with my friends, I told them that I was going to leave this country and go to California." Asake's long-standing ambition eventually became a reality when he moved to California. **From Struggle to International Success** Now a global star, Asake's reflections provide insight into his journey from struggle to international success. He emphasized the importance of perseverance and staying true to his dreams. Asake's story serves as a reminder that moments of uncertainty can eventually lead to breakthroughs, and that with determination and hard work, anything is possible.