“I Regret Not Signing Simi, Teni” – Don Jazzy Opens Up On Biggest Misses In His Career
Published: Thursday, June 19, 2025
In a rare moment of candid reflection, Mavin Records boss and music mogul Don Jazzy has admitted to one of the few things he regrets in his decades-long journey through Nigeria’s music industry — not signing powerhouse vocalists Simi and Teni.
The hitmaker, who has helped shape the careers of Tiwa Savage, Rema, Ayra Starr, and countless others, shared his thoughts on missed opportunities during a revealing chat that has since gone viral.
“I like Simi. I didn’t sign her. I wish I did. I like Teni. I wish I did,” he said with disarming honesty.
🎶 Near Misses with Nigeria’s Brightest Stars
Don Jazzy also dropped a bombshell: he had the chance to sign Davido early in the singer’s career but chose to let it pass.
“I had the opportunity for Davido, obviously, but I didn’t because I kind of figured he would be fine,” he explained. And history has proven him right — Davido went on to become one of Africa’s biggest exports.
As for Wizkid, Jazzy revealed he would have jumped at the opportunity, but the Ojuelegba star was already snapped up by Banky W’s EME label at the time.
And then there was Falz the Bahd Guy. Don Jazzy said the deal was close — almost a done deal — but it fell through for undisclosed reasons.
💭 “You Can’t Sign Everybody” – The Reality of a Label Boss
Despite these regrets, Don Jazzy remains philosophical about the nature of the industry.
“At the end of the day, you cannot sign everybody,” he said. “No matter how talented they are, there’s only so much a label can do.”
Still, fans can’t help but imagine how different the musical landscape might have been if Simi’s soulful storytelling, Teni’s vibrant energy, or Davido’s Afrobeats dominance had flourished under the Mavin umbrella.
🔥 Social Media Buzzes Over Don Jazzy’s “Adam and Eve” Tweet
Alongside these revelations, the internet is still buzzing over a cryptic tweet from Don Jazzy earlier this week:
“E no go better for Adam and Eve o.”
The post, dripping with sarcasm and mystery, sent fans speculating wildly about whether it was linked to his career reflections, personal life, or just classic Don Jazzy humor.
🧠 Final Note: Even Kings Have Regrets
Don Jazzy may be a master of spotting talent, but even he admits there are moments he’d like to rewind. Still, his transparency has only deepened the respect fans and industry players have for him.
Because if one thing is certain, it’s this: Don Jazzy didn’t sign everyone — but he still changed the game.
