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Singer Ruger speaks on jealousy in the Nigerian music industry
Nigerian artist Ruger emphasized the importance of avoiding envy for maintaining enduring friendships and relationships within the music industry. He recognized that there’s no definitive guide for this, as it ultimately depends on each individual.
During a recent episode of the Bahd and Boujee Podcast, Ruger elaborated to co-hosts Tolanibaj and Moet Abebe that jealousy poses a significant threat to friendships. Drawing from his own experiences, he highlighted that envy only becomes a factor in friendships if the individuals involved possess inherent tendencies towards envy.
He said, “I feel like it all depends on the kind of people they are. For example, if I’m not the kind of person that is generally envious, then I can’t be envious of my fellow artistes. I’d push him to do good for himself and everything because no matter what stage I am in my life or in my music, whether I’m not really popping at that time or I’m popping, I’m still going to push him. It depends on the kind of person you are as an individual. There’s no manual to it.”
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When questioned by the hosts about the dynamics of the music industry, especially concerning cliques, Ruger responded, “There may be cliques in the industry, but I don’t really know. I’m a clique by myself.”
He further underscored the importance of mutual support, stating, “When artists from here meet each other outside the country, there’s unity, because when we’re out there, nobody can touch us, no one can misbehave. Everyone is supporting each other, and that’s the thing.”
The “Bounce” artist expressed his inclination towards dating individuals who are employed, emphasizing his reluctance to be involved with someone who is not actively working.