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‘I’m in pain’ – Portable laments poor streaming revenue despite multiple releases

‘I’m in pain’ – Portable laments poor streaming revenue despite multiple releases
Title: Portable Speaks Out About Low Streaming Revenue, Seeks Don Jazzy's Help Popular Nigerian singer, Portable, has opened up about his struggles with low revenue from streaming platforms. In a recent video, the 'Zazu' crooner expressed his frustration with the situation, saying he's in pain due to the meager earnings he's getting from Apple Music. Portable, who releases new songs every month, claims that despite having fans both locally and internationally, his revenue from streaming platforms is extremely low. He pointed out that this is not just a problem in Nigeria, but also affects his earnings from foreign streams. He's particularly concerned about the disparity in earnings, where his income is divided into 17 parts. Portable has called on renowned music executive, Don Jazzy, for help. He's asking Don Jazzy to share his expertise on how to boost his revenue generation on streaming platforms like Apple Music. According to Portable, if Don Jazzy can teach him the secrets to making more money from music streams, he's confident that he'll become a bigger artiste in Nigeria. Portable's concerns about low streaming revenue are not unique to him alone. Many Nigerian artists have raised similar issues in the past. In recent times, there's been a growing concern about the low pay that musicians receive from streaming platforms, despite having millions of streams. Portable's appeal to Don Jazzy has sparked a lot of interest, with many fans and fellow artists calling for action on social media. As the music industry continues to evolve, it's clear that artists like Portable need support to navigate the complexities of the digital landscape and maximize their earnings.
Source: Original Article • AI-enhanced version for clarity & Nigerian context

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