“Why I have never charged for a feature” – Simi opens up

• Nigerian singer Simi discloses on the “Tea with Taye” podcast that she has never charged any artist for a feature in her career.
• Simi emphasizes her unique approach, stating that she only features in songs that she genuinely likes and connects with on a musical level.
• The “Duduke” coroner attributes her decision to forego charging for features to her commitment to artistic integrity and a personal affinity for songs that resonate with her.
• Simi reveals that when she finds a song she likes, the creative process flows seamlessly, allowing her to quickly write her own part for the collaboration.

Popular Nigerian singer and songwriter Simi has opened up on a notable aspect of her career, sharing that she has never charged any artist for a feature.

The revelation was made by the “Duduke” crooner in an exclusive conversation on the popular “Tea with Taye” podcast.

The “Duduke” and “Joromi,” coroner reveals her unique approach to collaborations during the podcast session.

Contrary to common industry practices where artists often demand fees for their participation in songs, Simi pointed out her selective criteria for choosing projects to feature in.

According to Simi, she doesn’t charge for features because of her personal commitment to artistic integrity and musical preference.

She shared that she truly likes songs and only agrees to be featured when she genuinely connects with the material.

Simi added that when she finds a song that deeply connects with her, the creative process goes smoothly, and she quickly writes her part for the track.

Netizens Reactions…

@Z2Htv said: “She’s sweet and talented”

@DaviesAyo8 said: “She’s a nice person”

@AlexandriaEkeh said: “She’s a Kind hearted woman”

@Feyishola_30BG said: “Hearing Simi’s voice alone always give me goosebumps😩❤️”

@042fied said: “I deh enter simi dm to beg for feature once I dun record my next song finish. If she never enter the song I no go drop am. Simi must see me”

@ebubeskindo225 said: “She don dey charge for money sia sia 😂”

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"I have never charged for a feature"

– Simi pic.twitter.com/eF64PixBAK

— @𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗯𝗼𝘆 (@OneJoblessBoy) January 27, 2024