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“Surviving in Nigeria is Tough, Which Gives Artists a Hustler Mentality” – Tiwa Savage
Afrobeats artist Tiwa Savage recently opened up about the reasons behind the abundance of talented entertainers emerging from Nigeria, attributing it to the tough economic conditions many face in the country.
During an appearance on the Shopping The Sneakers podcast, the renowned singer highlighted the hardships in Nigeria and how they push young people to tap into their creative abilities as a means of survival.
Savage shared her perspective, stating, “If you visit Nigeria, you’ll begin to understand why we produce so many superstars.
Surviving here is no easy feat, and that’s why the artists who rise from Nigeria have this hustler mentality.
They’re constantly grinding, trying to make a name for themselves and get ahead.”
Nigeria, a country in West Africa, has long been a powerhouse in the entertainment industry.
It boasts the continent’s largest movie, music, comedy, and fashion sectors, which have gained recognition worldwide.
Nigerian artists, including Tiwa Savage, Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Davido, have become global icons, pushing the boundaries of Afrobeats and taking African music to international audiences.
The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, is another success story. It ranks as the second-largest movie industry globally, just behind India’s Bollywood.
Nollywood churns out thousands of films every year, catering to a growing global demand for African content.
The industry has created numerous opportunities for filmmakers, actors, and producers, turning Nigerian cinema into a thriving market that continues to break records and attract attention on global platforms like Netflix.
In recent years, Nigeria’s fashion and comedy scenes have also witnessed a boom, with rising stars in the fashion world and comedians gaining recognition beyond the borders of the country.
Platforms like Instagram and YouTube have allowed Nigerian comedians and fashion designers to reach wider audiences, making waves in the international scene.
Despite the challenges many Nigerian entertainers face, including limited resources and access to infrastructure, they continue to rise above the odds.
This resilience and determination are what make Nigerian creatives some of the most hardworking and innovative in the world.
The culture of hustling to survive, as Tiwa Savage explains, drives these individuals to push their limits and consistently produce work that resonates with people worldwide.
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Their conversation began with Bells making the statement, while Yusuf told her to keep quiet.
“If I don’t go home tomorrow, it is either my bad character or that we f**ked on live television.”
Yusuf: “Shut the fk up. We didn’t fk.”
Bells: “What did we do, we dry humped? Why are you looking at me?”
Yusuf: “It is the fact that you said it so loosely.”
Bells: “Mercedes knows, she heard us.”
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Nigerian singer Davido praises colleague Flavour and shares how the artist is earning significantly through his music and businesses.
While speaking about popularity and the music industry, he shared how many artists often want to travel abroad to make money rather than build their careers in Nigeria. He used Flavour as an example.
He said “You don’t always have to follow what everybody else is doing. Flavour is in Nigeria making more money than a lot of artistes that are touring in America.”
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