Sarz Reveals How Ego Nearly Blocked His Music Collaborations

Sarz admits his excessive ego affected early collaborations before he learned to work with anyone in the music industry

Nigerian record producer and musician Sarz, whose real name is Osabuohien Osaretin, has admitted that excessive ego in his early career affected his ability to collaborate with other artistes in the music industry.

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Speaking in a candid interview with The Fadar, the ‘Back Outside’ crooner revealed that he was once “very hot-headed” and often believed he was superior to many of his peers at the start of his career.

Sarz explained that this mindset created barriers that limited collaboration opportunities, as he initially struggled to work effectively with other creatives in the industry.

Sarz ego collaboration reflection highlights a turning point in his professional journey, as the producer said he eventually came to understand that he does not “know it all.”

According to him, this realisation transformed his approach to music, making him more open-minded and willing to learn from anyone, regardless of experience level.

He noted that he now embraces collaboration even with newcomers in the industry, stressing that growth in music comes from continuous learning and humility.

“When I started making music, I was very hot-headed. I really wanted to impress everybody. I just thought I was the best thing to exist in music,” he said.

“But now I understand that I don’t know it all. I’m always willing to learn from anyone—even someone that just started yesterday,” Sarz added.

The producer’s comments have resonated with fans and industry observers who see collaboration as a key driver of success in the Nigerian music scene.

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Sarz remains one of the most influential figures in Afrobeats production, credited with shaping the sound of several hit records over the past decade.