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I’m not your typical Nigerian artiste – Rapper Illbliss boasts
Popular rapper and actor Tobechukwu Ejiofor, known as Illbliss, has confidently asserted that he possesses a well-rounded skill set, unlike many of his peers in the Nigerian music industry.
Illbliss revealed that prior to his foray into music, he had a successful career in banking, showcasing his versatility and expertise in multiple fields.
The “King of Boys” star emphasized that his motivation extends beyond mere enjoyment of music; rather, he has always been driven by a desire to acquire assets and build a legacy for himself.
Speaking in a recent interview with Da Genius, Illbliss said, “I was a banker for four years. I worked at four different banks. I was in a very high performance department called oil and gas. So I was dealing with upstream, downstream, and clients from drilling companies, construction companies.
“While in the banking industry, I went through a lot of departments. I went from treasury to risk management, to retail banking to private banking to Human Resources. So I’m not your typical Nigerian artiste. I can be rapping but I want to be able to own things and create magic out of entertainment properties.”
“I’m not your typical Nigerian artiste”
– iLLBliss pic.twitter.com/vYtqIBVozU
— 🐬 @𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗯𝗼𝘆 (@OneJoblessBoy) March 16, 2024
Recently, Illbliss has sparked discussions within the music industry by challenging established veterans to release new music despite their claims of paving the way for younger Nigerian artists.
In an interview on Channels TV on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, Illbliss addressed the ongoing controversies surrounding assertions made by established artists regarding their contributions to the industry.
While acknowledging the diverse opinions on the matter, Illbliss stressed that artists are entitled to their own perspectives. He noted that while some may feel that the way was not paved for them, it ultimately comes down to individual viewpoints.