Nigerian singer Skales has warned that growing rivalries in the music industry could have tragic consequences.
The artiste urged musicians and their supporters to stop encouraging hostility between artistes.
Skales shared the warning in a post on X. He called for greater respect within Nigeria’s entertainment industry.
According to him, the constant promotion of music-related beef could eventually lead to loss of lives.
“One day, all this beef that y’all are promoting will cause the loss of lives in this Nigerian music industry,” he wrote.
He also urged those involved in such conflicts to step back before the situation becomes worse.
“Love is cheaper than hate, so is respect,” the singer added.
Skales reflects on industry struggles
The singer also opened up about some of the challenges he has faced during his career.
Skales claimed that some people he considered friends and colleagues eventually turned against him.
He said he was betrayed and lied about by people he believed were on the same team with him.
The artiste also alleged that some individuals labelled him jealous after they gained more attention in the industry.
According to Skales, those people pushed narratives that attempted to undermine his achievements.
He said their actions were linked to their desire to control the public perception around his career.
Despite these experiences, Skales said he has continued to remain active in the Nigerian music industry.
Skales credits God and his mother
Reflecting on his long career, the singer said he has remained relevant for nearly two decades.
He attributed his resilience to God’s mercy and the lessons he received from his mother.
Skales specifically thanked his mother for teaching him the importance of prayer.
“God bless my mom for teaching me how to pray,” he said.
His comments come amid renewed conversations about rivalries among Nigerian artistes and their fan bases.
Music beef has long been part of the entertainment industry. However, tensions can sometimes move beyond music and become personal.
Supporters can also intensify disputes through social media. In some cases, online exchanges have led to threats, harassment and physical confrontations.
Skales’ message therefore calls for greater restraint from both artistes and their followers.
His appeal also highlights the need for musicians to separate healthy competition from personal hostility.
The Nigerian music industry has grown into a major global entertainment force. As more artistes compete for attention, commercial deals and international recognition, rivalries are likely to remain.
However, Skales believes such competition should not come at the expense of respect or human life.
For the singer, choosing peace over hostility could help prevent disagreements from becoming dangerous.
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