Terry G responds to critics who claim his time has passed, firmly rejecting the notion and reaffirming his relevance in the music industry.
Veteran Afrobeats artist Gabriel Oche Amanyi, aka Terry G, asks Nigerians to pay due respect to music veterans, regardless of their current status in the spotlight.
He was disappointed with how fast Nigerians dismissed legendary artists, constantly labeling them as “outdated.”
Terry G said that in Western countries, music legends are acknowledged and their legacies are preserved, as opposed to the scenario in Africa.
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The “Akpako Master” warned that if Africans, especially Nigerians, continue to disregard their music pioneers, Afrobeats will eventually lose its cultural value, regardless of how successful it is.
He said …
“I hear people say, ‘Your time don pass!’—and it sounds like brain damage.
“In the West, legends are respected for life. No one calls Jay-Z or Beyoncé outdated. Their impact is honoured.
But here in Africa, especially Nigeria, we’re quick to discard our own. That’s why we believe our ancestors were evil, while Western ancestors are seen as gods.
“It’s time to break free from that mindset. If you don’t keep adding value to yourself and those around you, your worth will fade—no matter how great you once were. We must do better.”
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