In a recent tweet that resonated with many in the music industry, Ghanaian musician Fameye voiced his opinion on the delicate dynamics between artistes and their managers. The talented artiste took to social media to express his belief that it’s inherently wrong for an artiste manager to garner more fame than the artiste they represent. Fameye’s tweet stirred discussions about the artiste-manager relationship and the potential impact of such imbalances on an artiste’s career.
“If you are an artiste and your manager wants to be a superstar than you? Be careful, is either you signed a wrong deal or a Devil came in a form of an angel,” Fameye wrote in his tweet.
The sentiment expressed by Fameye reflects a growing concern within the music industry, particularly in Ghana. In a recent interview on Hitz FM, Fameye elaborated on his tweet, highlighting the challenges faced by some artistes who find themselves in a situation where their managers seek to gain more prominence than the artistes themselves.
“This was something I wanted to say. It is something that some artistes are going through, and I’ve been through that before,” Fameye stated during the interview. He went on to share that his tweet had struck a chord with other artistes who had experienced similar issues but were unable to openly discuss them. Fameye felt that he was in a unique position to address the matter publicly, given his own experiences.
“We all have to make money and shine together, but you see, if I am your product and you’re pushing me, it is fair that you push me with everything because if I am going, you are also going,” Fameye emphasized. He conveyed his belief that the success of an artiste is inherently tied to the success of their manager and that both parties should work collaboratively to achieve their goals.
Fameye also shared observations from his interactions with other artistes, revealing instances where managers seemed to prioritize their own fame over the well-being and career progression of their clients. He called attention to the problems that arise when an artiste manager aims to become a bigger star than the artiste themselves, suggesting that such situations can hinder an artiste’s growth and prospects.
The musician went on to discuss his personal stance on working with fellow artistes. He expressed reservations about collaborating with artistes of equal stature, explaining that such partnerships could lead to unhealthy competition rather than a harmonious working relationship. Fameye indicated that he would be more inclined to consider such collaborations once he had reached a point where he could establish a substantial record label.
In conclusion, Fameye reiterated his earlier sentiment: “If you are an artiste and your manager wants to be a superstar than you? Be careful, is either you signed the wrong deal or a Devil came in a form of an angel.” This statement serves as a caution to emerging artistes to be mindful of their professional relationships and to seek partnerships that prioritize mutual success and growth.
