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Singer Spyro has shared a heartfelt account of his struggles in the music industry, revealing that after collaborating with music stars Davido and Mayorkun, he expected a career setback.

Speaking during an interview on HipTV’s “Trending”, Spyro said he believed his breakthrough had arrived when the song featuring Davido and Mayorkun became popular.

However, he said that when his song gained traction, he was suddenly forgotten, and his former collaborators became unreachable.

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Speaking in an interview on Hiptv Trending, Spyro recalled feeling devastated, often breaking down in tears.

“I had a song back then, and I had Davido and Mayorkun on it. I thought my life was about to change,” he recalled. “The song came out and it was big, but suddenly everything went back down. They stopped picking up my calls. I’d sit on the staircase and cry.”

Spyro described the experience as emotionally devastating, admitting there were moments he felt abandoned by those he once worked closely with.

He also took a swipe at some gospel artists, accusing them of prioritising money over genuine faith.

He, however, commended singer Tems for her consistency and strength, calling her a powerful role model for young women in the music industry.

“She’s really talented and has remained true to herself. That’s the kind of example we need,” he added.

“People who claim to be gospel ministers are just artists. They are just in the business to make money. They’re just like us in the Afrobeat industry. Then there’s a lot of pressure on female artists. Tems is holding out decently. One of the biggest in the world. She has it together, we should put Tems out there for the world to see, for our girls to look up to as role models”, he said.

Singer Spyro has argued that many gospel artists are motivated by financial gain, similar to secular artists. 

Speaking in an interview on HipTV ‘Trending’, Spyro said there’s no difference between gospel artists and their secular counterparts in terms of financial motivations.

He said: “The people that claim to be gospel artists or gospel ministers are just artists -they are in the business to make money just like us in the Afrobeats industry.”

Recall that some industry stakeholders believe that gospel artists should be paid for their work, citing the financial realities of pursuing a music career while others argue that gospel music is a ministry and should not be treated as a business.

Spyro also highlighted the challenges faced by female artists in the music industry. 

He emphasised the importance of role models like Tems, who has maintained decency and integrity while achieving global success. 

By holding up Tems as an example, Spyro encourages young female artists to prioritize their values and artistry.

“There is a lot of pressure on female artists to do crazy things. Tems is holding it down decently yet she is one of the biggest [female artists] in the world right now. She is decent. She has it together.

“Sometimes, I’m just like, how is she able to do this? We should put Tems out there for our young ladies to be looking up to as a role model,” he said.

Singer Spyro has expressed frustration with wealthy individuals, particularly billionaires, who often expect to receive things for free despite their vast resources. 

He noted they may spend large sums on luxuries but struggle to pay for valuable services. 

Spyro emphasised that he worked hard to achieve his success and isn’t poor, so he expects fair payment for his services. 

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He warned wealthy individuals who want to work with him to be prepared to pay his price.

He wrote on Instagram: “The people that owe the most are the RICH. Always wanting free things, especially your so-called billionaires. They can spend hundreds of millions on women, but when it comes to paying for value tendered, they begin to misbehave.

“Sha don’t bring it near me o, I worked really hard to be here and I ain’t pøor so if you want my services you pay my price. Simple”.

Singer Spyro has stated that he will not tie the knot until he has amassed N500m in his bank account. 

In his post on Instagram, Spyro reflected on his challenging upbringing and his determination to secure a stable financial future for himself and his future family. 

He also emphasised the importance of proper guidance, urging his followers to focus on breaking the cycle of poverty, insisting that it is crucial for parents to direct their children toward a brighter future. 

He expressed concern that many individuals in his generation seem to prioritise superficial pursuits over significant personal growth, describing it as “gallivanting and indulging in frivolities.”

Spyro shared that he was not privileged enough to have toys as a child and faced numerous obstacles. 

Spyro further stressed that financial provision is not enough; parents must also instill strong moral values and a sense of responsibility. 

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He wrote: “I blame all these on bad parenting….”Train up a child (male/female) the way he should go and when he grows, he will not depart from it. A lot of us should be focused on ending the circle of poverty so that our children won’t be victims too but unfortunately, my generation just dey gallivant about, indulging in frivolities..hmm

“I was talking to someone earlier today about how I was never opportune to have toys as a kid; my childhood wasn’t the easiest, but one thing I told myself from a very tender age. My kids will never have to go through what I did and so I put myself to rigorous work. In fact, I will never marry without having N500m in my account. I fought, cried, and prayed, and today, I can afford to give my kids the life they want so they don’t become prey as I almost became one.

This should be what we should focus on not criticizing.

“Nevertheless, it’s not enough to provide, it is very Germane to also train them with the fear of God as that’s what separates a man from beast tendencies. The spirit of God in man is what regulates him and keeps him level-headed. Didn’t the Bible make reference to the heart of man? Desperately wicked who can know it? God over man is what keeps him sane”.

Singer Spyro has taken a subtle jab at music executive Ubi Franklin on Instagram.

The shade comes after a public disagreement over a $5,000 debt Spyro claimed Ubi owed him for a ‘gig’ in Ghana.

Ubi denied the allegation, rather accusing Spyro of owing him money from a car deal.

Days after the online argument, Spyro showcased material possessions, thanking God for his blessings without needing to pay a 10% commission.

“Franklin speaking. Sorry I mean, frankly speaking, God has been faithful without taking no 10 percent on his faithfulness”. he wrote.

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In a separate post, Spyro used his success as an example to encourage upcoming artists to serve God and live a righteous life.

He emphasised that his blessings come with peace and didn’t require any illegal activities.

“My brothers and sisters, especially to the young folks, these are evidence that serving God truly pays. You Didn’t have to do illegal to be this blessed, and this kind of riches comes with peace,” he wrote.

Singer Spyro has replied former label boss Paulo Okoye after the latter debunked his claims of struggling financially while signed to the label.

Spyro had alleged in an interview that he had to take a loan to support himself, despite Okoye’s claims of spending N12 million on him.

In a series of posts on his Instagram story, Spyro maintained that he didn’t lie about his experiences and that Okoye’s receipts actually proved his point.

He shared a personal anecdote about being chased out of a hotel at Wembley and having to rely on the kindness of strangers for food and accommodation.

Spyro acknowledged that he appreciates Okoye’s support and the opportunities he provided, but emphasised that he faced significant challenges as an upcoming artist under the label.

He hinted at the mistreatment of upcoming artists in the industry, sharing his own experiences of being belittled and treated poorly by label workers.

Despite Okoye’s absence from the country for most of the time, Spyro praised him for handling a specific incident well, but reiterated that the label’s treatment of him was inadequate.

Spyro wrote on his Insta Story: “I didn’t lie, Oga @pauloo2104. Your sheets further prove my point, and these travel figures tho. I didn’t vet it because I remember being chased out of my hotel after One Africa at Wembley because the room was booked for one day and I was in the cold for hours before @superkunle got his sister to book me an Airbnb, was there without food and the lady in the house was the one that fed me for two days before I moved my flight forward and ran to Lagos and till date nobody asked how I fared.

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“I am a very appreciative person, and you know it, sir. I appreciate you for putting me on all, and this was all part of the process for me to be the Spyro I am today, and of this, I am grateful, and Baba, if we are to say the truth, you know you and I are cool to date. We did a tour together recently, and you were really nice, we had fun. All love baba

“Should I also go into detail about how upcoming artists are treated by label workers? Oh, I was treated like shit, like my words meant nothing. I was battling an inferiority complex at that point, and they made it worse. One of the workers one day then spoke to me like I didn’t even exist. I reported the case to Oga Paulo, and in all fairness, he handled it well and scolded the person, but he was never present in the country most of the time. If I begin to talk wetin my eyes see, but that’s no talk for today, but yeah, no one cares how the artiste feels; after all, he is just an acquired commodity. This was me as a graduate of the University of Ibadan. I saw hell”.