Shallipopi: Resurfaced Clip of Zinoleesky Highlighting Record Label Exploitation Sparks Discussion in Nigerian Entertainment News
A previously recorded clip of Nigerian music star Oniyide Azeez, popularly known as Zinoleesky, has resurfaced online
In the video, the artist raises concerns about the unfair treatment and insufficient earnings faced by some musicians in the industry.
This resurfaced video comes in the wake of Crown Uzama, professionally known as Shallipopi, parting ways with Dapper Records.
According to Omo Anifowose, Shallipopi, also referred to as the Obapluto singer, expressed displeasure over his record label’s breach of trust and alleged financial mismanagement. In the viral video, Zinoleesky pointed out how the revenue cuts taken by record labels make it difficult for artists to appreciate the accomplishments of their contemporaries.
The singer remarked:
“You that your boss collects 70% and you collect 30%, are you the one that wants to buy a Ferrari. Are you the one your age mate would buy a Ferrari, and you would believe it? No, you wouldn’t. When you aren’t worth it, you wouldn’t believe your age mate who is worth it exists.”
He added that most artistes are not getting nice deals but only look sophisticated in their dressing.
He said: “All these people are not getting nice deals. They are not doing good. Only clothes are what they wear. They are not okay. Be wise. Industry life would implicate you all. Fake life. And those of you who said you are not under label but management, you are doomed. Go and wise up, I can’t deceive you. That’s my own advise. Good bye.”
Social media users have responded to the resurfacing of Zinoleesky’s throwback video, which appeared online soon after Shallipopi departed from his record label.
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@uthman_xzn Bro said it all!! @muha_dowski Imagine make them dey reap person way sing for this life i no fit do dodoyo.
@kiddoctor_of_lagos Everybody love zino
@godthegodsfx He knew the game
@gbemyght Zino na snitch normal
@big_maryyyyyy Zino nah prophet Zinoleesky appearance shocks fans The video of Zinoleesky which went viral, had caused concerns for his fans and music enthusiasts on social media
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