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Singer Muyeez follows Shallipopi’s footsteps, leaves Dapper label
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The singer releases statement on his page, disclosed he was a minor when he signed the deal with Dapper
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Moshood Abdulmuiz, popularly known as Muyeez, has officially parted ways with Dapper Music & Entertainment Limited.
The announcement comes just hours after fellow artist Shallipopi disclosed his exit from the label, which has faced recent upheavals with the departure of several prominent talents.
Muyeez made his decision public through a heartfelt statement shared on his Instagram page, titled “MY TRUTH: MUYEEZ SPEAKS OUT AGAINST EXPLOITATION.” In his statement, he outlined the struggles he endured during his time with the label and revealed that his signing occurred while he was still a minor.
Reflecting on his journey, Muyeez accused the label of neglecting his welfare and withholding his rightful earnings. “My name is Moshood Abdulmuiz p/k/a Muyeez p/k/a Young Badoo, and today I am breaking my silence to share the painful truth about my journey as an artist under Dapper Music & Entertainment Limited,” he began.
The young artist further revealed that despite releasing three chart-topping Extended Plays (EPs) in a single month, he has yet to receive any royalty payments for his work. “What should have been a dream come true turned into a nightmare of exploitation, neglect, and betrayal,” he lamented.
Muyeez also recounted his struggles with inadequate support from the label, stating, “I was just a minor when I signed this contract, placing my trust in a company that promised to guide and support me. Instead, I was burdened with impossible demands.”
Describing the dire conditions he faced, the singer recalled moments of hardship. “I sometimes went to bed in a hugger, with the label not caring about my well-being,” he shared, hinting at the emotional toll the experience had on him.
The artist, who continues to make waves in the Afrobeats scene, expressed his disappointment in how his efforts were undervalued. “My passion and hard work were met with indifference, leaving me to wonder if my voice truly mattered,” he stated.
The ongoing exodus from Dapper Music raises questions about the label’s management, which is owned by the partner of celebrity chef Hilda Baci. As Muyeez hinted at potential legal action, the unfolding drama highlights the challenges faced by young artists in the industry.
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