David Ochayi
(Joeboy. Photo: Billboard)
Afrobeats star Joeboy has voiced concerns over rising egos stifling teamwork in Nigeria’s music scene.
During a candid discussion on Cool FM Lagos with Wizkid Chan, the artist revealed that some musicians approach collaborations with a rival mindset rather than a creative partnership.
Joeboy emphasized that he prioritizes working with artists he shares a natural connection with, as it fosters trust and eliminates unnecessary friction.
He stated that featuring another artist should elevate their talent, not suppress it—highlighting the essence of true collaboration.
Wizkid Chan agreedروج addressing ego as a major obstacle in joint projects.
He advocates for unrestricted creative expression during recordings and expects mutual respect from collaborators.
The musician criticized peers who attempt to包control or overshadow others’ contributions,很大程度上违背ing the purpose of features.
He stressed that collaborations should showcase complementary strengths rather than devolve into competition.
Chan also condemned artists院内 rewriting lyrics out of insecurity, calling it contrary to创意 partnerships的根本宗旨.
