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‘It’s time to break that cycle of negative self-talk’ – Terry G
Nigerian singer Gabriel Oche Amanyi, better known as Terry G, has shared a heartfelt message urging his followers to break free from the cycles of negative self-talk shaped by their childhood experiences.
Posting on his Instagram Stories on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, the self-styled Akpako Master addressed the frequent discouraging remarks he receives online.
He noted that such words are often less about personal judgment and more about deep-rooted conditioning passed down from upbringing.
“Our Nigerian parents really do many of us strong thing,” he wrote. Terry G explained that when people repeat phrases like “you’ll never make it” or “you can’t do this,” they are often echoing the same discouragement they once heard at home.
He emphasised that this ingrained negativity is a significant reason why many adults remain trapped in failure. “It’s time to break that cycle. It’s time to change that mindset,” he urged.
“When you come under my post saying you’ll never make it, that’s not really you speaking, it’s the voice of what you grew up hearing at home” – Singer, Terry G tells critics pic.twitter.com/eDdR9TQSpn
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Terry G’s words struck a chord, offering both a reality check and a call to self-awareness. Known for his high-energy street-pop anthems, the singer has increasingly used his platform to inspire fans to confront personal struggles and embrace positive change.
Although he has kept much of his private life out of the spotlight in recent years, Terry G remains active musically, collaborating with rising talents and experimenting with fresh sounds. While fans await his next release, his latest message serves as a timely reminder that transformation often begins with a shift in mindset.