Marriage has not changed me � Astley Gops
Chippa Legodimo | Friday November 21, 2014 13:27
The slender musician, famous for songs such as Moshanyana Ga Ona Tsebe, said after the official celebration in Kumakwane, he was happy to graduate into being a ‘family man’.
“Marriage is a sign of maturity. I know what responsibility comes with marriage. I am a musician and I am happy that I married the person who understands me and my work. I have to be true to myself,” he said.
Speaking at the wedding Rhumba maestro Alfred Mosimanegape urged the couple to be open with each other if their marriage is to last.
“Marriage has no formula, but there are certain things that are key in its success. You are a musician and she understands that, but do not make up stories to get up to misdeeds,” Mosimanegape said.
He emphasised that openness and consultation on various issues form the basis of a successful marriage.
“Money should not separate you. You should not just show up with a new car and expect your wife to understand. You need to make her part of the plan. The other thing is that she should let you have fun but you should not forget your responsibility as a husband. Your family is your priority not friends,” the Re Maduo A Lorato composer said.
Gops’ uncle Thuto Thuto urged the couple’s parents not to interfere and let the couple find a way out of whatever challenges they would find themselves facing.
“While I urge your wife to understand that she married a musician who is loved by many, especially women, I would like to appeal to you not to take advantage and stray,” he said.