Popular Nigerian On-Air Personality (OAP) Dotun has shared insightful thoughts on the current state of Nigeria’s music industry, pointing out the pressures that artists face in their creative processes. According to Dotun, many of the songs being released by artists today are often driven by the need to satisfy a highly attention-seeking audience, resulting in content that may not always reflect the true essence of the artists’ creativity.
In a candid statement, Dotun explained, “Some songs these artists make lately are to satisfy an attention-seeking audience; they’re competing with themselves and over-satisfying their conscience.” He emphasized that this pressure to cater to external expectations sometimes stifles the authenticity and originality that could emerge from a more self-driven creative process.
Dotun further expressed that if the industry were to allow artists the freedom to be more selfish with their creativity taking time to produce music without the constant pressure to please others—it could lead to groundbreaking and more authentic works of art. “If we let them be selfish with their creativity sometimes, you will get the best out of them,” Dotun stated, highlighting how creative freedom can foster more innovative and genuine music.
His comments are a reflection of the challenges many artists face in a fast-paced, competitive music industry where the need for instant popularity often overrides the desire to create meaningful, personal art. Dotun’s words have sparked conversation within the music community, urging a reevaluation of how the industry might better support artists in their creative journeys, allowing them to take the risks necessary for true artistic expression.
