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Harrysong Apologises To E-Money, Kcee
The saying of no permanent friend, no permanent enemy but permanent interest is that of Harrysong and Five Star Music label as the ‘prodigal son’ of the label and Regga Blues singer has stylishly apologised to his erstwhile label boss E-Money and his former colleague Kcee.
Years after his messy exit from Five Star Music , Harrysong has officially apologised to Kcee and E-Money through his Instagram handle.
He took this bold step after the album listening party of his latest song Journey on Saturday, January 19. He said he had time to reflect on his career journey and noted that it will not be complete without E-Money and KceeIn appreciating the Okonkwo brothers, Harrysong wrote that: “You were part of the vessels that God used to change my story”
Giving reason for his action when he left the music label, Mr Songz as he was once known said: “I was hurt and reacted at the time but regardless of what happened, I recognise the impact you made in my life.”
He concluded his post by saying: “Never bite the finger that fed you my people…let love lead”Meanwhile, Legit.ng had reported that Alterplate boss Harrison Tare Okiri, popularly known as Harrysong, released a new track on January 18, titled Journey. True to its title the song talks about life and how he would not give up on achieving his dreams.
The musician deviated from his usual style of songs many Nigerians are used to. He is known to make club bangers rather than slow songs. However, with Journey, the star showed off his soft and sentimental side as he delivered a strong message with good vocals.
Popular businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, has said that his relationship with singer Davido is beyond money and gossip.
He stated this in a recent interview with BBC Igbo.
“Davido is my friend. He is my in-law; he married Chioma who is from Imo State where I hail from.
“So the relationship I have with Davido is beyond money and gossip,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that Chief Priest disclosed via his Instagram page that his outfit for the wedding of the singer, Davido and his wife, Chioma, in Lagos on Tuesday cost seven million Naira.
The socialite recently appreciated Davido for not “discarding” Chioma.
He stated that the DMW boss has made Imo State proud by choosing to marry from the state.
Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has lent her voice to the ongoing anti-tax hike protests in Kenya.
The Tide’s source reports that Kenyan youths are marching against tax hike in widespread demonstrations tagged ‘RejectFinanceBill2024.’
Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded after police clashed with protesters who stormed the parliament building in Nairobi on Tuesday, according to Amnesty Kenya.
Reacting via her X handle on Tuesday night, Simi declared her support for the demonstrators.
She stated that “it is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights.”
The singer wrote, “I stand with the people of Kenya. It is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights. Godspeed and Strength. [Hash tag] RejectFinanceBill2024.”
In a series of other posts, she wrote: “Wow. When you’ve had enough, the fight is almost inevitable.
“African leaders- have not you done enough?
“I can’t wait for the day Africa is not a weapon fashioned against Africans. All of this amazing Black power and human resource, but the majority are not likely to thrive unless they run.”
Famous Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Davido was spotted among other top artistes at Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour concert in Atlanta, Georgia.
Asake’s performance at his sold-out show at the 17,000-capacity State Farm Arena in Atlanta began on August 16, 2024, and is set to run for 10 days.
In a trending video on social media, Davido appeared backstage with American rapper Quavo to support Asake during the live performance.
Other musicians in attendance included Nigerian hitmaker Zlatan and American rapper Russ Millions.
The Tide’s source reports that Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour is set to cover six U.S. cities, where he will headline notable venues including Madison Square Garden in New York, the Toyota Center in Houston, and the State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Asake’s tour comes just days after the release of his latest hit, ‘Lungu Boy,’ which features several superstars, including Wizkid, British rappers Central Cee and Stormzy, Travis Scott and Brazilian singer Ludmilla.
‘Lungu Boy’ set a new record for the biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria, garnering 18.9 million streams in its opening week and breaking the previous record of 14.4 million streams held by Davido’s ‘Timeless.’