“Butter ice cream cake” — Don Jazzy shares his take on why modern marriages do not last
Nigerian music executive Don Jazzy has sparked widespread conversation online after sharing a humorous yet thought-provoking take on why many modern marriages do not last as long as those of previous generations.
In a viral video circulating on social media, the Mavin Records boss used wedding cake traditions as a metaphor to compare old and modern relationships, leaving many amused and reflective.
Don Jazzy’s Unusual Marriage Theory
Speaking casually, Don Jazzy said, “So we were thinking the other day about why… some of the marriages nowadays… they don’t last as much like our parents.”
He explained that in the past, couples often had traditional fruit cakes at weddings, which were preserved for long periods.
According to him, “Back in the days our parents… they used to make this fruit cake… they’ll leave the rest of the cake for like one year… and eat it in the one-year anniversary.”
He suggested that the durability of those cakes symbolised the endurance of marriages in earlier times.
Modern Cakes, Modern Relationships
Drawing a contrast with present-day practices, the music producer noted that many modern wedding cakes are made with butter and cream, which do not last long.
He said, “Now all those fruit cake that they used to put like alcohol… to make it last long… now you probably know this butter, butter ice cream cake… it doesn’t use to last.”
Don Jazzy jokingly linked this shift to shorter marriages, implying that what lasts longer may reflect deeper commitment and patience.
The Rise of Decorative Cakes
The entertainer also pointed out a growing trend where wedding cakes are largely decorative rather than functional.
He remarked, “Now some people don’t even make cake… they just design one big giant… and then put one small tiny part… where you can cut and share.”
He added humorously that much of the cake is sometimes covered with non-edible materials, saying, “Apparently the rest of the body of the big cake is a giant plastic.”
Humour with a Hint of Reflection
While Don Jazzy admitted his comments were not entirely serious, he ended on a light note, saying, “Maybe that is why your people’s marriage is not working… Maybe I’m high. I didn’t smoke, I just ate.”
Watch the video here…
Don Jazzy thinking aloud reason why most marriages don’t last these days. Your thoughts? 🤔 pic.twitter.com/0jYs4B8Jra
— Dami’ Adenuga (@DAMIADENUGA) April 19, 2026