Standard Nigerian gospel singer Tim Godfrey has spoken out strongly in opposition to the criticism gospel artists face for charging efficiency charges.
Talking in a latest video that’s now circulating on-line, he recounted his personal expertise of being paid with some tubers of yams and stay chickens.
Godfrey expressed deep frustration over what he described because the mistreatment of gospel artists, notably in Nigeria.
He addressed those that query why gospel musicians cost for his or her companies, saying the judgment is just not solely unfair but additionally dehumanizing.
“Coming to Nigeria turned troublesome due to how artists are being mistreated, and I wish to say it. All of these tales about why they’re charging and why they’re gathering cash obtained me so offended. I stated Why are folks depraved? What sense does it make that individuals work so onerous, and also you’re saying…I’ve collected tubers of yams as honorarium, I’ve collected a full, stay, respiration, strolling hen as honorarium, and that’s what I’m going to make use of to pay faculty charges, pay home lease, purchase properties, and maintain. No, that’s so unfair, that’s completely unfair.” He stated
Godfrey’s feedback have resonated with many, reigniting conversations concerning the want for honest compensation and respect for artists particularly these working inside faith-based circles.
Watch the video under,
