Mombasa based singer Chikuzee has said that God spoke to him about drinking alcohol and smoking marijuana.

In an interview with Radio Maisha's Mwende Macharia, Chikuzee said he has now stopped drinking alcohol and smoking marijuana.

"It reached a time God spoke to me about this and I decided to leave all that. It was like God was telling me to redirect my energy and time elsewhere, building my talent. " he said.

Adding "So many people are wondering why I only drink Redbull nowadays,  but that's me now"

In the interview Chikuzee also spoke about his past relationship with God.

"Growing up I used to pray and fast alot. I think this is the reason why God blessed me with many talents."

On why some artists and celebrities indulge themselves in alcohol and drugs, he said "Most iof them think it's fashion. The money that comes with fame also contributes to this and pressure from those who sorround them"