The Nigerian music world is a thriving industry, known for its talents and catchy beats. However, it is also hit by recurring issues related to copyright and fair compensation for artists. This time, it’s the artist Harrysong who is fighting to recover his royalties from his former label boss, KCEE.
In a post on his social media accounts, Harrysong revealed that KCEE, the boss of his former label Five Star Records, kept 100% of the royalties from some of his biggest hits for himself. Songs such as ‘Reggae Blues’, ‘Baba For The Girls’, ‘Samankwe’, ‘Better Pikin’ and ‘Ofeshe’ brought in large royalties, none of which Harrysong saw.
Determined to get back what is rightfully his, Harrysong calls on his fans and all those who support him to put pressure on KCEE. He asks for everyone’s help to convince his former boss to give him what he is owed.
This situation clearly illustrates the recurring problem of unpaid royalties in the Nigerian music industry. Recently, we have seen similar disputes between artists and their labels, where copyrights are often mismanaged or even misused.
It is important that artists are aware of their rights and claim their fair share of the revenue generated by their music. Royalties are a crucial aspect of artists’ compensation, allowing them to continue creating and sharing their art with audiences.
In another recent case, Dami Krane accused Davido of refusing to pay her royalties from a song they made together. Situations like these highlight the need for greater transparency and better protection of artists’ rights in the Nigerian music industry.
It’s encouraging to see artists like Harrysong fighting for what’s rightfully theirs. This inspires other artists to do the same and demand greater justice in the treatment of their royalties. It is time for the Nigerian music industry to take steps to address these issues and ensure fair remuneration for all artists.
Ultimately, support from fans and audiences is essential to encourage artists in their fight for justice and fair copyrights. By raising their voices and supporting artists through these issues, we can contribute to positive change in the Nigerian music industry.