“My Troubles Stole My Youth” – Victony Opens Up on Sobriety, Trauma, and Finding Strength After Tragedy

Afrobeats star Victony has made a powerful revelation, marking a turning point in his personal and artistic journey. The 23-year-old singer, who miraculously survived a fatal car crash in April 2021, disclosed on June 25, 2025, that he has been sober for three months — a move that’s resonating deeply with fans and sparking conversations across social platforms.

The young talent, born Anthony Ebuka Victor, took to X (formerly Twitter) to share the emotional milestone. “3 months sober, Glory,” he wrote, adding in another post, “My troubles stole my youth.” His words, though brief, unveiled a deep well of pain, growth, and recovery — a rare vulnerability in the Afrobeats space where bravado often overshadows mental wellness.

Victony’s journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. After the 2021 accident that claimed one life and left three others injured, he spent nearly a year in a wheelchair. His resilience captivated the public when he returned to the stage with a metal brace, performing hits like “Holy Father” with Mayorkun — the song that catapulted him into the mainstream.

The artist has since admitted that he had never gone on stage sober — until now. As he embarks on his Stubborn Tour across major African cities and Europe this summer, Victony is determined to face his audience raw and real. “This tour, I want to experience everything clearly,” he said during a recent sit-down with Cool FM, explaining that he wants to feel the music and energy with full presence.

Fans and mental health advocates are applauding his honesty, saying it sheds light on the emotional toll fame and trauma can inflict. Many, especially young people, relate to his candidness about battling internal demons even while wearing a brave face in the spotlight.

Industry peers have also shown support. Fellow artists like Blaqbonez and Oxlade reposted Victony’s message, calling it “brave” and “needed.” His revelation adds to a growing wave of artists opening up about the pressures behind the glitz — from Burna Boy’s confessions about loneliness to Tems speaking on emotional exhaustion.

As the Stubborn Tour continues, fans will see a Victony reborn — no longer just the survivor of a tragic accident but a voice of healing, growth, and authenticity. His story is no longer just one of comeback — it’s one of complete transformation.