Portable demands more money from Ric Hassani after their song gains popularity.
He says he deserves extra pay and respect, sparking mixed reactions from fans online.
Nigerian street-hop sensation Habeeb Olalomi Badmus, popularly known as Portable, has ignited fresh controversy by demanding more money from fellow artist Ric Hassani following their recent collaboration on the track “4x2x16”.
The Zeh Nation frontman took to social media to voice his dissatisfaction, claiming he was not adequately compensated for his feature on the song, which has been gaining significant traction. Portable explained that the initial agreement was brokered by his manager, but with the song’s increasing success, he believes he deserves additional rewards.
In a video now making rounds online, the outspoken singer directly addressed Ric Hassani, insisting on an extra ₦5 million along with a portion of “Canadian loud” as a gesture of further appreciation. He also warned Hassani not to underestimate his value, citing his recent collaboration with British rapper Skepta as an example. According to Portable, Skepta personally praised his verse and showed him great respect, something he claims is now lacking in his deal with Hassani.
Portable’s bold demands have triggered a wave of mixed reactions across various social media platforms. While some fans sided with Portable, agreeing that artists should be properly compensated when a song becomes a hit, others accused him of being greedy and unnecessarily dramatic. Critics also questioned Ric Hassani’s decision to collaborate with Portable, who is frequently in the news for his brash behavior and polarizing statements.
As of now, Ric Hassani has not responded to the claims, and the future of their working relationship remains uncertain. The incident has once again drawn attention to the complexities of informal music collaborations in the Nigerian entertainment industry, especially when commercial success leads to unexpected demands.
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