As we are looking for jobs or even establishing businesses, we always have the objectives as to why we have taken up such decisions.
Nigerian singer Oluwakorede Bello, popularly known as Korede Bello, explained that if one understands why they are doing what you are doing, it will give them an overview of handling any situation that may arise on the way.
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“If you understand why you are in the music industry, there will be an easy transition when challenges arise,” he told CNN.
Bello who is best known for his hit single “Godwin”, a semi-gospel and pop song which became a national anthem and topped many music charts across Nigeria says the inspiration for doing what he does is the intention to help people feel better. “I do that through music.”
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The Mass Communication graduate at the Nigerian Institute of Journalism says he started singing and dancing at age seven and also started songwriting while in Primary School. While in secondary school, he says, he eventually released his first single “Forever”.
The 26-year-old revealed that after he released his first single, which received relatively positive reviews, he was introduced to Don Jazzy by his manager Casmir Uwaegbute after which they recorded some songs together. He said that Don Jazzy got impressed by his talent and signed him.
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“I met music executive producer Don Jazzy in 2014 and signed to his label, Marvin Records, under which I have recorded popular songs like “African Princess” and “Godwin”. Currently I am working on my first studio album. My 2015 Hit song “Godwin” now has more than 12 million views on Youtube.” he added.
Korede Bello advised those joining the arts industry should ensure that they have something that makes them unique and outstanding. This, he says, will help them penetrate well and easily into the industry, which he describes as congested.
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