Singer Khaid Shares Personal Journey of Faith Conversion

In a recent episode of the Zero Conditions podcast, the up-and-coming singer Sulaimon Shekoni Solomon, widely known as Khaid, opened up about his personal journey of faith and the reason behind his conversion from Islam to Christianity.

The 19-year-old artist revealed that he was born to parents from different religious backgrounds, with his father practicing Islam and his mother embracing Christianity. Growing up, Khaid attended the mosque due to his father’s faith. However, he disclosed that he made the conscious choice to convert to Christianity, driven by his personal connection with the faith.

“I was a Muslim before because my dad was a Muslim and my mom was a Christian. So, I just felt the connection to Christianity more,” Khaid explained during the podcast.

Khaid’s journey of faith reflects the personal and often complex relationship many individuals have with their religious upbringing and eventual choices. He candidly shared that, from a young age, he did not enjoy going to the mosque, even though his father encouraged it. The desire to please his dad led him to attend mosque services for a period.

Khaid further elucidated, “My parents were free-minded people. They told my siblings and me that we can choose any religion we want. But we live among Muslims, and my dad didn’t want it to seem like he doesn’t have control over his children, so he used to force me to go to the mosque.”

Ultimately, his faith journey took a turn when he felt a stronger affinity with Christianity. Khaid made the decision to switch and began attending church services. He expressed his unique experience, emphasizing the freedom to choose one’s faith and how he ultimately found his own path.

Khaid’s story is a testament to the importance of individual autonomy and the personal connection that people have with their chosen faith. While his elder sister and younger brother continue to practice Islam, Khaid, along with the remaining siblings, embraces Christianity. His journey serves as an example of how faith is a deeply personal and evolving aspect of one’s life, often influenced by various factors, including family, personal beliefs, and a sense of personal connection.