The Digest:
Veteran Nigerian musician, Bright Chimezie, has expressed concern over the lack of meaningful lyrical content in today’s music scene. Speaking on the CreativTea podcast, he urged younger artists to add substance to their rhythms, stressing that music should carry a message for society.
Key Points:
- Bright Chimezie highlights the lack of lyrical depth in modern music.
- He commended the rhythms but expressed disappointment in the lack of meaningful messages.
- Chimezie compared today's music to his own work, saying that songs from his era still hold relevance.
- He recalled his hit song “Respect Africa,” noting its lasting impact and pride in its lyrics.
- The veteran artist emphasized that younger musicians should focus on adding substance to their music.
- Chimezie questioned whether contemporary artists would be proud of their music 40 years from now.
- He urged the younger generation to focus on creating music that leaves a lasting impression.
Chimezie's critique calls for a shift toward meaningful, lasting lyrics in the music industry, encouraging artists to consider the long-term impact of their messages.
Sources: Notjustok, Pulse Ng
