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Skitmaker Brain Jotter sets record straight on viral dance challenge

...as artistes visit legendary singer’s home for ‘blessings’

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David Adebayo & Shine Alagba

As the viral dance challenge sparked by his skit continues to make waves on social media, Nigerian comedian Brain Jotter has addressed concerns about profiting from Mike Eagle’s hit song “Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo.”

In a video obtained by Per Second News where he made the clarification, Brain Jotter, whose real name is Shine Alagba Chukwuebuka Amuzie, denied making any money from the song, stating, “I understand your concerns, and they are very valid. I appreciate the fact that you want him to get value for his hard work.

“At the end of the day, no dime was made from this song by me; nothing like that.”

The 41-year-old song has taken social media by storm, with many, including celebrities within and beyond Nigeria, participating in the dance trend.

However, the attention has also raised questions about copyright issues and revenue distribution.

With some critics on social media platforms cautioning the comedian against cornering income made from streaming platforms for the song.

Brain Jotter explained that he did not gain any profits from Mr. Ejeagha’s song, and that the song’s increased streams on streaming platforms have actually benefited the 94-year-old artist.

“You cannot even monetize another person’s song because these platforms have copyright violation tools,” Brain Jotter explained.

“If I post that video on YouTube, YouTube strikes it for copyright, and they give the revenue to the actual owner, which is Mike Ejeagha… The song increased its streams on streaming platforms massively, and there’s no way I can put the song on streaming platforms. So everything, all revenues, are going straight to Mike Ejeagha.”

By setting the record straight, Brain Jotter noted that he had to clear up any misconceptions about his intentions and reassure fans that he respects the rights of the original artist.

Music artistes turn singer’s home into ‘Mecca’
In a turn of events, music artistes have now turned the legendary singer’s home into a Mecca of sorts as they continue to pay homage and seek his blessings for using his songs.

The 94-year-old artist has been receiving visitors from the music industry, all of whom are eager to show their respect and gratitude for his contributions to Nigerian music.

Many are now seeking the legendary singer’s blessings, and his songs continue to inspire a new generation of music lovers.

Despite the challenges that come with fame, Mr. Ejeagha said he remained humble and grateful for the recognition.

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