Simi gives 7 ways to succeed in Nigeria’s music industry

She’s one of the most successful female musicians the country can indeed boast of. After ten years of experience in the music industry, Simi offers seven tips on how one can succeed in the sector.

Check them out!

1. Don’t be so dependent on your talent
   Yeah, talent is nice, and it’s important to know how to sing. But, being honest with you, this is Nigeria, where some of the biggest artists are not the best singers. She’s not saying you don’t need your talent, she’s saying you need more, a lot more, than just talent. Work hard, work smart.

2. You need to have a great work ethic
   You might think this only applies to working at a bank or in an office space, but it’s just as important in the music industry. Respect people, do things at the right time and hold intelligent conversations with as many people as you meet.

3. Don’t take no for an answer
   Know exactly what you want and go for it. This means you have to learn how to work smart. Hard work is great, but smart work is greater. Never settle for less. You need to understand your worth and work based on that.

4. Don’t follow trends
   Trends will always pass. There’s always a new trend, and keeping up with it becomes difficult. As a matter of fact, following trends is like setting a trap for yourself. Musicians who follow trends usually pass with the trend. You don’t want to be that kind of artiste, at least not in this country.

5. Passion comes before talent
   Talent is important, but passion is more important. Talent is 10%, passion is 90%, and the Nigerian music industry is a vivid example of this. The rest is self-explanatory.

6. If you’re creative, you’re creative
   Never stop being creative. Explore your abilities to your full potential. Practice makes perfect. This might sound cliche, but it’s straight facts. No one is perfect at anything, but with practice, you will become a guru at it.

7. Giving up is never an option
   Her life is proof that dreams do come true. The worst part about giving up is that you never actually know your life could become, and you don’t want to not know. If you really believe in your passion, never settle.