Terry G Claps Back at Illbliss, Asserts His Current Relevance in the Music Scene

Controversial Nigerian singer and producer Terry G has responded to rapper Illbliss regarding a recent comment, suggesting that the “Akpako Master” was only a significant force when Alaba International Market controlled Nigeria’s music distribution.

Illbliss, during a recent interview, recounted how he was advised by a popular Alaba marketer to work with Terry G if he ever wanted to break into the mainstream music industry.

According to him, the marketer emphasized that Terry G was the hottest act at the time and the only one who could make his dreams come true.

Illbliss went on to share how the meeting eventually happened, leading to a collaboration that birthed a hit song and catapulted him into the limelight.

He acknowledged Terry G’s influence on his early success and the role the eccentric artist played in shaping his career
However, the statement didn’t sit well with Terry G, who took to social media to fire back.

He criticised Illbliss for suggesting that his fame belonged to the past, insisting that he remains a significant and relevant figure in the Nigerian music industry.

“I am still big now,” Terry G wrote. “Don’t make it look like I was only a stepping stone. I’m a living legend and my influence still dey everywhere.”

The self-styled “Ginjah Master,” Terry G, expressed his disappointment that Illbliss framed their narrative as if his relevance concluded with the Alaba Market era.

He emphasized that his profound impact on Nigerian street music and culture cannot be understated or confined to a single period.

Terry G, known for his electrifying beats, eccentric persona, and high-energy performances, was indeed a dominant figure during the late 2000s and early 2010s.

Hits like “Free Madness,” “Run Mad,” and “Akpako” earned him a cult following and massive street credibility.

Though his presence in mainstream media might have lessened in recent years, Terry G asserts that his legacy and relevance persist.

He reminded both fans and colleagues that true greatness isn’t confined by time or fleeting trends.