Nigerian Rapper Highlights Financial Disparity Between Singing and Rapping

LAGOS, NIGERIA—May 15, 2025—A recent podcast episode sparked a conversation about the financial disparities between singers and rappers in Nigeria. The discussion, featuring a prominent Nigerian rapper and a podcast host, highlighted the challenges faced by rappers in securing financial success and recognition. "There's a whole genre of music in Nigeria where people use skateboards and rollerblades, and they have to build their own skating parks," the rapper explained, emphasizing the lack of support for the rap community compared to the more established singing scene. He further added, "Singing makes more money than rapping." The podcast episode underscores the need for greater support and recognition of the rap genre in Nigeria, suggesting a potential for future growth and development within the industry. This disparity, while specific to the Nigerian context, could resonate with musicians in other countries facing similar challenges. The podcast episode concludes with the hope that increased support and recognition will allow the rap community to thrive.