My colleagues ignored my messages until I became famous – Shallipopi reveals

In an interview, Nigerian artist Shallipopi shared that his early efforts to connect with famous musicians often went unanswered—a common experience for emerging artists.

He didn’t take the lack of response personally, understanding that established artists are often busy and unaware of newcomers.

Shallipopi highlighted his journey with singer Rema, who initially ignored his message but later connected with him once Shallipopi’s music gained traction.

This led to their collaboration on Benin Boys.

His advice to aspiring musicians is to stay persistent, as recognition usually comes with success.