In a recent episode of the Tea with Tay podcast, popular Nigerian singer Simi shared her perspective on marriage, advocating for couples to consider living together before taking the plunge into matrimony.

Expressing her viewpoint, Simi acknowledged that her stance might not resonate with everyone, especially considering potential differences in religious beliefs. Despite this, she stressed the importance of understanding each other's personalities comprehensively before committing to a lifelong partnership.

Opening up about her belief, Simi stated, "Maybe I shouldn’t share this opinion because I feel like religious people might not agree with me. [But] I personally think that people who want to get married should live together for a little bit before they do that. Because I don’t think you really know someone that you’re going to marry until you cohabit."

Simi highlighted the significance of experiencing various facets of a partner's character that may not be apparent in public settings. She emphasized that observing someone in different situations, whether hungry, cranky, waking up in the morning, or snoring, provides crucial insights.

While recognizing that some people have successfully married without cohabiting, Simi believes that living together offers valuable insights into compatibility, enabling individuals to make more informed decisions about spending their lives together. She explained, "When you live with someone you know all sides to, that is when you know if you can do forever with them. Millions of people have gotten married without living together. But I personally think it’s a good idea to cohabit before marriage."

Simi clarified that cohabitation doesn't necessarily have to be an extended period but suggested that even a brief time spent living together can offer valuable insights into the dynamics of a relationship.