It is indeed disappointing as Shallipopi, the newly-formed music icon of Nigeria, has quit Dapper Music, the record label that tremendously pinned his stardom. This has caused waves in the entertainment industry, and more so due to the timing and circumstances around his resignation.
Shallipopi started performing in 2023 and has since then rose to fame in Nigeria. With the help of Dapper Music as his label, he gained his initial popularity and was able to create a series of numerous singles that were well received among fans all over the country. This cooperation led to the making of his first EP titled ‘Planet Pluto,’ and the LP ‘Presido La Pluto,’ which received a good response from the audience and established him as an artist with a different approach to rap and lyrics writing.
One of the major reasons why Shallipopi is so popular can be attributed to the fact that he was able to incorporate different music genres, which made his music palatable by all. These songs have an enjoyable chorus and are focused on topics that are interesting to the listeners, so they were played on platforms like streaming services and radio stations.
Gradually, with his increased recognition, Shallipopi demonstrated his inclination towards unmistakable dance moves and vigorous stage performances, in addition to active participation in social media platforms, that affirmed his absolute presence in Nigeria’s new breed of musicians.
Shallipopi’s decision to part ways with its record label, Dapper Music, was received with skepticism due to the fact that the rumor had been making the rounds for quite some time. However, the confirmation came when Shallipopi started altering the information on his social media accounts by erasing Dapper Music from his profiles and even stopped following the label’s manager. This was regarded as a special signal towards his decision to quit the label, which had formed so much of his career path.
The timing of the split is quite fascinating, as it occurs shortly after another singer, Seyi Vibez, also left the Dapper Music record label. These series of exits have, however, put doubt on the future of Dapper Music, especially concerning its capacity to retain talents in a fairly competitive world. Shallipopi is one of the key artists on the label, and his exit will alter things severely due to the reputability and market value he brought to the record label in the Nigerian music industry.
Though still relatively unknown and young, Shallipopi has established his own record label through which he can truly express himself: Plutomania Records. This new venture has Zerry DL and Tega Boi as the main artists suggesting Shallipopi plans to sustain his music career and develop talents.
Shallipopi’s decision to part ways with Dapper Music label is a turning point in his burgeoning career and the Nigerian music industry in general. He is now stepping into the position of label owner for Plyutmanica Records and is ready to make a change. The challenges that lie ahead are going to be daunting; however, Shallipopi has what it takes to overcome this new phase—the talent, ambition, and integrity of an acclaimed entrepreneur.
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The world of music is always changing and developing, and Shallipopi’s story proves that one has to create and find new ways to overcome. As fans eagerly await his next moves, one thing is clear: Shallipopi is on the right path, and everyone should know that his story doesn’t end here.
