See Why Erigga Says the Music Industry Has Been an Illusion

Popular Nigerian rapper Erigga has ignited a fresh wave of online discourse after sharing a blunt opinion about celebrity status and the music industry.

In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), Erigga challenged the long-held perception of celebrities as cultural icons, stating that the industry’s portrayal of stardom is largely manufactured.

“Celebrities were never icons… it was an illusion.
When you see talented singers everywhere, you notice they weren’t that rare, just the ones the music industry could manipulate…” he wrote.

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The tweet quickly gained traction, drawing a wide range of responses. While some users echoed his sentiment, arguing that talent is often sidelined in favor of marketability, others felt Erigga was being unnecessarily cynical, especially toward artists who have made a genuine impact.

His comments have sparked renewed debates around the authenticity of fame, gatekeeping in the music industry, and whether today’s crop of entertainers truly earn their influence or simply benefit from the spotlight handed to them by powerful industry players.

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