From Fame to Flight: How OG Rapper 2Shotz Escaped Nigeria with $150 and Rebuilt His Life in the U.S.

In a gripping and emotional revelation on The Teju Babyface Deep Dive Podcast, veteran Nigerian rapper *2Shotz* opened up about his dramatic journey from fame to near financial ruin — and ultimately, redemption.

According to 2Shotz, he left Nigeria for the United States with just $150 to his name*, despite once being a household name in the Nigerian music industry. “Back in Nigeria, I was known, I was famous, but I was completely broke,” he said. “I lost everything. That’s when I had to call myself to order.”

Determined to start afresh, he moved to the U.S. and put aside his celebrity status. Instead, he focused on rebuilding himself — learning photography and videography from scratch. Today, he says he’s grateful for how far he’s come.

2Shotz’s story adds to the growing list of Nigerian celebrities who have opened up about the realities of life after fame, underscoring issues like financial instability, lack of long-term support structures, and mental health challenges within the entertainment industry.

Now based in the U.S., the rapper has transitioned into creative production and content creation — a journey that reflects resilience, reinvention, and the power of starting over.