Charly Boy Pays Heartfelt Tribute to His Late Father
Written by MAX FM on September 23, 2024
Nigerian singer Charly Boy has shared a heartfelt tribute to his late father, Justice Chukwudifu Oputa, on his birthday. Despite their rocky relationship, Charly Boy expressed deep love and appreciation for his dad.
In an emotional Instagram post on September 22, 2024, Charly Boy shared a carousel of photos of him and his father.
He reflected on the profound impact his father had on his life. “This is for my hard/loving late father; we love and miss you so much, Dad.
On your special day, I want to say how much we miss you and thank you for shaping who I am today. “If it weren’t for your tough love, I might have lost my way,” he wrote.
He continued, “Heaven is lucky to have you. Happy Birthday, Dad! I’ll never forget everything you did for me and my siblings and how much you went out of your way for us all. Your name will never be forgotten; we will make sure of that. Help hail this Daddy, over try worry am.”
Charly Boy has often been open about the challenges he faced growing up with his father. In a 2023 interview on “The Honest Bunch Podcast”, Charly Boy shared how his father’s strict religious beliefs shaped his life but led him off course.
He struggled to meet his father’s expectations, even briefly attending seminary before realizing he didn’t want to be a reverend.
In September 2024, on the “With Chude” podcast, he noted that his authority issues began at home, particularly with his father. He admitted that they often clashed and that it took many years for them to truly understand each other.
Despite their differences, Charly Boy’s tribute highlights the love and respect he holds for his father. It serves as a reminder that relationships can be complex, but the love shared can transcend challenges. As he honors his father’s memory, Charly Boy reflects on how those experiences shaped who he is today.
