‘Wait Until You Can Afford It’ — French Montana Warns Men Against Having Children Without Financial Stability
American rapper French Montana has urged young men to attain financial stability before starting a family, citing the financial demands that come with fatherhood.
The rapper, whose real name is Karim Kharbouch, shared the advice during a recent interview with Capital Xtra London, where he reflected on the lessons he has learnt from raising a child.
According to Montana, fatherhood involves several financial obligations, including providing food, paying school fees and meeting other expenses associated with raising a child.
He also highlighted the financial responsibilities men may have towards the mothers of their children, in addition to child support payments.
“The biggest lesson that fatherhood has taught me is that you will pay for a lot of things; feeding, school fees, and a whole lot of other things. You will even pay the mother of your child,” he said.
The Unforgettable hitmaker advised men who are not financially prepared to delay having children until they can adequately meet the responsibilities involved.
“If you don’t have money to pay, don’t have a kid. It is better to wait until you are financially stable,” he added.
Montana shares a son with his estranged wife, Deen Kharbouch.
The rapper is also reportedly expecting another child with his fiancée, Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, a member of Dubai’s ruling family.
His comments have brought attention to the financial considerations involved in parenthood, particularly the cost of raising children and providing for their needs.
