Terry G, the popular singer, also known as Akpako Master, has surprised his fans by announcing his retirement from music.
In a video message shared on his Instagram platform, Terry G expressed his gratitude to his fans for their continuous support over the years. While acknowledging that his decision might disappoint many, he stressed that it was for his own well-being.
In his Saturday Instagram post, the singer said, “A big thank you to my fans for staying with me all these years. I really appreciate you all. It has been amazing years back-to-back. Thank you all for the love.”
He then went on to reveal his major decision, saying, “But I’m about to make a big announcement. I know it’s going to hurt a lot of people, but I’ve my personal reasons. I’m quitting music. I’m done. And I really appreciate you guys for showing me so much love.”
Terry G, known for his eccentric style, controversial lyrics, and various monikers such as Akpako Master, Ginjah Master, Hitman, G.zuz, Terry G.zuz, has left an impact on the Nigerian music scene with hits like “So High,” “Run Mad,” “Testing Microphone,” “Free Madness,” “Love Affair,” “Sexy Lady,” “Oga,” “Ora,” “Baby Don’t Go,” “Furret,” “Omo Dada,” and “Adura.”
Moreso, Gabriel Amanyi, aka Terry G, has said that his contributions to the music are still relevant to this day.
In an interview with Saturday Beats, the controversial singer stated that he created a genre in the music industry, which is still making an impact. He said, “I will not change but I will keep evolving. I will stand the test of time. I am too unique to compete. I appreciate artistes like Ruger, Asake, Rema and Omah Lay. Those guys sound different from me, and I appreciate their sounds. I created a genre in the Nigerian music industry, which impacted heavily on the sounds that are still being used today.”
Speaking on his plans for 2024, the ‘Free Madness’ singer said, “I will be putting out new content. My single will be dropping early this year with a video. I will also be releasing an album. I want to shoot my own movie too. I am writing the script, and I’ll act in it. I am also writing a book about my experience. The book, which is titled, ‘Chante Chante: The Book of Ginjah’, will shed light on the meaning of my supposed ‘nonsense’ words, so people can understand and appreciate my music more.”
Highlighting the lessons he had learnt in his career, which has lasted for over a decade, the singer said, “I have learnt the hard way that business should come first before one’s talent. I thought otherwise before. One can be talented and not productive if one is not business inclined. People have actually cheated me of my royalties. But, we are doing the music business the way it should be done today.”
