Onyeche Wofurum Igwe
Popular rapper, Ruggedman believes music should tackle more substantial issues. He thinks artistes should explore more meaningful content rather than just focusing on money, women, sex, and drugs.
In an interview with journalists, Ruggedman emphasized the importance of using music as a tool for enlightenment and social commentary. He feels that music can be a powerful medium for addressing societal issues.
“There is more to music than talking about money, women, sex and drugs. From the start, I have always known music to be a way of spreading information, so that can’t change with me. The situation in Nigeria is more than enough to fuel any creative choice to speak through music,” he said.
When asked about the backlash against celebrities who didn’t speak out about Very Dark Man’s situation, Ruggedman noted that advocacy is a personal choice. He believes individuals should decide for themselves whether or not to get involved in such matters.
Ruggedman also shared his thoughts on transitioning into acting. He revealed that his interest in film began in the 1990s and that he welcomes both positive and negative feedback. This openness, he says, helps him learn and improve in his craft.
“My going into movies didn’t start today. I featured as an extra (waka pass) in a few movies by the late Francis Agu in the late 1990s. I love movies and have always wanted to act and produce movies or TV series.
“As a serious critic myself, I am open to and take criticism well because it’s one of the ways you learn and improve. I definitely love the praises too because it means one is doing well.”
