Sensational Nigerian singer and songwriter, Simi, known in private life as Simisola Bolatito Kosoko has recently shared her thoughts on men being open about their feelings, expressing her admiration for vulnerability.
In an exclusive interview on the 90’s Baby Show, the ‘Running to You’ hitmaker confessed that she finds it beautiful when a man taps into his vulnerable side instead of bottling his feelings up.
The crooner went on to assert that that societal expectations often pressure men to appear strong and tough, stressing that it’s okay for them to show emotions while supporting their loved ones.
Simi suggested that suppressing emotions can lead to internal struggles that may eventually surface in unexpected ways.
“I find it beautiful when men cry because I’m surrounded by many men who feel they have to be macho or strong all the time.
“When you see men and women going through the same pain, the man often says, ‘I have to be strong for my wife or kids.’ I think that’s okay, but I don’t think strength means not being vulnerable or crying,” she said.
The singer continue by saying; “I like it when men cry because it means that you feel safe with who you are with, you can be vulnerable, and you can let go. I have seen African men act like they are the warrior, protector, and provider. But if it’s not coming out in your tears, it’s going inside your heart, and one day you are just going to explode,” she explained.