Nigerian singer Shallipopi, born Crown Uzama, has accused his former record label, Dapper Music, of financial exploitation and breach of trust. This comes weeks after his departure from the label in November 2024.
In a statement on Wednesday, Shallipopi revealed he was denied access to financial records and alleged the label attempted to lock him into a contract to take 30% of his earnings indefinitely, even after their partnership ended. He criticized Dapper Music for prioritizing profits over his growth, risking his career and dreams.
Describing his decision to leave as necessary, Shallipopi emphasized his stand against exploitation in the music industry, calling for fairness and integrity for all artists and creators.