Femi Kuti reveals secret of longevity in music industry

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Afrobeat icon Femi Kuti has shared that the key to sustaining a long career in the music industry lies in creating meaningful music.

The 63-year-old singer noted that his ability to stay relevant for more than forty years stems from producing music with purpose.

He encouraged young musicians to remain humble and focus on crafting quality songs, cautioning that neglecting this could result in a decline in both fame and wealth as they grow older.

During a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast, Kuti urged emerging artists to consider the impact of their music on their future and legacy.

The interviewer asked: “What do you think is killing the Nigerian music industry now?”

Kuti replied: “When the head is not correct, nothing can be correct. I like what young artists are doing, but what would they do when they are 50?

“The reason, probably, I’m respect is, I will still show dexterity, energy. I’m committed. If I pick up my sax, you will know that this guy is working. I composed everything. You (young artists) buy your songs, and you don’t want to learn. Music is like medicine. The likes of Miles Davies, Stevie Wonder and a few others are renowned because they are working. They are practicing.

“But young artists just rush into making music to get hit songs. You might make two or three. You are young so you are not seeing the danger -the next generation will have their star and then you will fade away.

“I can proudly tell you I’m still touring. It’s because my fans will still introduce me to their children and their children’s children. So you will see very old and children at my concerts. There are people that have followed me for 15, 20 years and still bringing my albums to sign. But why? Consistency. And I have something to offer. If you are not writing your music and you are buying, and you are jumping, would you still be doing that at 40?”

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