By Joshua Tosin Ogunsakin 
Music executive and producer, Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has opened up about his personal struggles with love, marriage, and religion, admitting that despite his fame and success, he still battles with fears about relationships and commitment.
The 42-year-old, who got married in 2003 but divorced two years later, shared his thoughts in a candid chat with HabbyFX on YouTube on Monday. He spoke about his views on relationships, self-improvement, and how his understanding of love has changed over the years.
“There are good ones, there are bad ones. My parents were madly in love before my mom died. We see examples like that that make you believe in relationships and crave it and want something like that,” Don Jazzy said.
However, he explained that seeing the negative side of relationships often makes people more guarded.
“We do have some bad examples, coming from both sides, both men and women. Some men are violent, chronic cheats.
“And then when it now comes out on social media, you come out and you see like relationship bad breakups and people coming out to come and put out people’s dirty laundry outside, it now gives me a fear.
“You try to be vulnerable with one person out there. I am still waiting for God. They said when you find the one, you will have butterflies in your stomach,” he said.
The Mavin Records boss also revealed that money worries are another reason he has not rushed into marriage, noting that he has seen men lose large portions of their wealth after divorce.
“A man has to lose half of all that he has worked for in his life — that’s those ones that don’t have a prenup, like in America.
“You see some people who have struggled throughout their life, but when they divorce, they have to split the properties and things like that. All those things used to scare me. The money that I have amassed is for my generation,” he explained.
When asked if he had ever tried to give love another chance, Don Jazzy replied, “I’ve actually dated before. Currently, I’m single. Na fear, though God’s time is the best. I just want the right person. At the same time, I’m not sure if I’m the right person for somebody’s daughter.”
Reflecting on his personal journey, he admitted that growth has been key to his maturity.
“Am I the ideal partner? Am I disciplined enough to be with one person? As I am working on myself, I pray to God on how to make myself a better person.
“Over the years, I have become a better person. When I was young, I was a menace, so I am getting older, I am getting wiser.”
When asked to name his favourite artists, Don Jazzy said it was difficult to choose because of his broad musical taste.
“It’s not as easy as that for me because, as a creative person, or like a music producer, like that siren I’m hearing now is giving me an idea for beats.
“So I listen to a wide range of stuff. I like Johnny Drille; he is very talented. He is one of those artists who is an all-rounder. Most of my artists would be my preferred artists. But in the country, the people who have pushed the culture forward are Wizkid, Davido, Burna, 2Face, D’banj, and Olamide,” he said.
Talking about his daily routine, the producer revealed that he now prefers to stay indoors and delegate tasks to his team.
“When I was younger, I was pretty much moving around, and my days were more out there. But now, I delegate. I’m an improver now,” he said.
“I’m always indoors — inside my house, inside the office or inside the studio — and they’re all close by. I have people in place that are capable to put out fire once. But if for any reason they need me, they would seek my guidance or advice. Other than that, it’s just calls, meetings, meetings.”
He also highlighted the importance of teamwork in his business and creative life.
“One can’t do it by themselves. Even God is all-powerful, but He can’t do everything by Himself,” he added.
When the conversation turned to faith, Don Jazzy admitted that while his belief in God remains firm, he has grown more cautious about religious institutions.
“I believe in God, by birth,” he said. “But nowadays, I get sceptical about churches with how things are now. But I believe in God.”
Despite his fears and reservations, the veteran producer’s sincerity and sense of humour continue to endear him to fans who praise his humility, authenticity, and grounded personality in an industry that often demands perfection.