Veteran Afrobeats artist Gabriel Oche Amanyi, a.k.a Terry G urges Nigerians to give due respect to music legends, regardless of their current presence in the spotlight.
He expressed disappointment over how quickly Nigerians dismiss legendary artists, often labeling them as “outdated.”
Terry G pointed out that in Western countries, music icons are celebrated and their legacies preserved, a contrast to the situation in Africa.
The “Akpako Master” warned that if Africans, especially Nigerians, continue to neglect their music pioneers, Afrobeats could eventually lose its cultural value, no matter how popular it becomes.
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 No one calls Jay-Z or Beyoncé outdated.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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