British-Nigerian rapper and singer Darkoo is no stranger to bold lyrics and even bolder opinions. However, her latest statement has sent shockwaves across social media, once again sparking heated conversations around sexuality, identity, and attraction.
In a recent sit-down with popular media host Madame Joyce, the “Favourite Girl” hitmaker didn’t mince words when she confidently declared that “all women are gay, they just don’t know it yet.”
Opening up about her romantic preferences, Darkoo made it clear that she’s drawn to heterosexual women, not to “convert” them, as she puts it, but simply because she believes many women haven’t had the opportunity or space to explore same-sex attraction. Darkoo said:
“I love straight women, and not in a way like I’m trying to turn her into a gay woman.
“If I go to a party and there’s a beautiful girl, I’m not going to avoid her because I think she’s straight. If she’s going to feel me, she’ll feel me.”
She further explained that her approach is always subtle and respectful. “I always approach women in a friendly way, I never ask for their number. I’d be nice, maybe get her a drink.”
But it was her broader take that really lit up the internet. She said:
“I feel like every girl is gay. I say it with my chest. You find bare girls hot? 95% of women can like girls, they’ve just never met girls who approach them.”
The Lagos-born, London-raised artist, who publicly came out in 2022, also reflected on the emotional relief she felt after sharing her truth with her family. She shared:
“I’ve been happy since I told my mum I’m a lesbian.”
Since coming out, Darkoo has remained vocal and unfiltered when it comes to her identity, often using both her music and public appearances to challenge heteronormative standards in African and Black communities, where topics like sexuality are still largely taboo.
As expected, her comments have split public opinion. Some hailed her for speaking her truth and opening up space for conversations around fluidity and attraction. Many others accused her of oversimplifying or overgeneralizing the complex spectrum of female sexuality. See screenshot of reactions below:
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