Singer Dr. Sid abandons music and relocates to the United States.

Nigerian artist Sydney Esiri, popularly known as Dr Sid, has confirmed his relocation to the United States. In a recent episode of the **‘No Man’s Friend’** podcast, the acclaimed singer, known for his hit song **‘Over The Moon,’** shared that he left Nigeria after obtaining a job opportunity in the U.S. This move marks a significant chapter in his career as he continues to pursue his passion for music and explore new opportunities abroad. “I now live in the U.S. I left Nigeria last year after I got a job with a company in New York that offered me an opportunity to move to the States and live anywhere in the U.S. “I’ve family in Houston, my best friend lives here so Houston, Texas was an easy choice. And that is it. I’ve been working here for the last one year and a half,” he said. Dr Sid rose to fame in 2002 as a member of Da Trybe, contributing to the hip-hop track ‘Oya’ alongside artists such as Sasha, 2-Shotz, Timi, DEL, and the Trybesmen (Eldee, Kb, and Freestyle). The following year, he released his debut solo single ‘Don’t Stop.’ He subsequently took a hiatus from music to complete his university education, ultimately becoming a qualified dentist. Afterward, he moved to the UK, collaborating with notable figures such as JJC & the 419 squad, Felix Duke, KAS, R70, D’prince, and D’Banj. In 2005, Dr Sid began working on a studio album titled ‘Prognosis,’ which included the single ‘Raise Da Roof,’ but he later decided to abandon the project. In 2007, after three years of practicing dentistry, Dr Sid chose to fully dedicate himself to his music career by signing with Don Jazzy’s Mo’ Hits Records. His debut solo studio album, ‘Turning Point,’ was released in April 2010, featuring popular tracks like ‘Over The Moon’ and ‘Pop Something.’ Following a split between partners D’banj and Don Jazzy at Mo’ Hits Records in 2012, Dr Sid joined Don