“Good music no longer sells,” gospel singer Busola Oke laments as she quits
Naija News • 4d ago
Popular Nigerian gospel singer Busola Oke, widely known by her stage name Eleyele, has announced her decision to quit gospel music.
Ms Oke stirred concern on Tuesday after she made the revelation during a tearful TikTok live session, where she apologised repeatedly to her supporters and said she could no longer cope with the pressures associated with her music career.
During the emotional broadcast, the singer lamented the difficulty of earning a sustainable income from gospel music, noting that critical acclaim does not always translate into financial stability.
“To my fans, I’m sorry. I never planned to do this, but I can’t take this anymore. I’m done. Good music doesn’t sell anymore,” she said.
She questioned how artists can survive without consistent financial returns.
“How can yo...