Seven Bedrooms, No Kids: Daddy Owen Looks Back With Regret

A House Full of Friends

According to Daddy Owen, his late father had always advised him to settle down early, but he didn't listen. Instead, he chose to focus on his music career, friends, and the fast life that came with being a celebrity.

He confessed that in his 20s, he lived in a massive seven-bedroom house that was always full of friends he looked after. He even paid for their trips to places like Mombasa.

"I wish I had my children early, when I was 20, 21, 22, 23… I had a seven-bedroom house, and all the rooms were full of people."

The gospel singer now sees that the energy and money he spent on his friends could have been used to build a family.

Alex Mwakideu, who was hosting the podcast, admitted to having a similar regret, sharing that he didn't become a father until he was 33.

The Cost of Being Public

Daddy Owen also spoke about the pain of his previous marriage. He regrets exposing it to the public, which led to intense scrutiny and an even bigger backlash when it eventually ended.

He praised artists like Wyre for successfully keeping their families out of the spotlight. Now, Daddy Owen prefers to live a private life, emphasising that while some celebrities thrive on public attention, he has chosen a path of peace and privacy.

He also shared a specific, painful memory from his first marriage: flying his ex-wife to Dubai, only to discover she had been there before. This moment, he said, was a sign of the deeper issues in their relationship.

The Lesson He's Learned

Despite his regrets, Daddy Owen is grateful for the positive impact he has made through the Malaika Foundation, which helps people with disabilities.

He also encouraged men to take risks in life, whether in business or adapting to new things like social media. He believes that taking risks often leads to success.

For Daddy Owen, the lesson is clear: fame and friends may fade, but a family and a meaningful impact last forever.