"Mentors Are People Who Make Free Money From Being Foolish" – Spyro Laments Decline of Handwork Culture
Nigerian singer Spyro has expressed deep concern over what he describes as a decline in the quality of music, celebrity influence, and society at large, blaming the trend on mentors who make easy money through foolish behaviour rather than genuine skill.
"Mentors Are People Who Make Free Money From Being Foolish" – Spyro Laments Decline of Handwork Culture
Speaking on the Hardway Podcast, Spyro argued that music was once used as a tool to address social vices and that the celebrities of the past were individuals whose words carried depth and influence. "Back then, music was a tool to correct social vices.
The kind of celebrities that we had then, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Eze Kwueku, were people that when they come out and they speak, you can see the depth," he said.
His comparison highlights a stark contrast between the respected figures of previous generations and the celebrities who dominate the spotlight today, many of whom he believes lack the substance and moral authority to guide young people.
Spyro explained that the problem has now extended to the apprenticeship system, where young people are no longer interested in learning handwork because the people who are supposed to serve as their mentors are those who make free money through foolish and stupid behaviour.
"People don't want to learn handwork anymore because their mentors are people who make free money from being foolish and stupid," he said.
He argued that this trend has created a society where hard work and genuine skill are undervalued, while quick money and notoriety are celebrated and rewarded.
The singer's comments reflect a broader concern about the erosion of values in Nigerian society, where the pursuit of wealth and fame often takes precedence over integrity and hard work.
He noted that many young people now look up to celebrities who are famous for controversy rather than talent, and that this has had a damaging effect on the aspirations and ambitions of the next generation.
His willingness to speak out on this issue has sparked a conversation about the role of celebrities in shaping societal values and the need for more positive role models.
Spyro has been vocal about his faith and his commitment to living a life of integrity, and his latest comments are consistent with his public persona as an artist who values substance over superficiality.
He has also spoken openly about his difficult childhood and his journey to healing, and his experiences have shaped his perspective on what it means to be a positive influence in the lives of others.
His message serves as a wake-up call for both celebrities and the public, urging a return to the values that once defined Nigerian society.
His willingness to challenge the status quo and to hold himself and his colleagues accountable has earned him respect from fans who appreciate his honesty and his commitment to making a difference.
Source: TrendyBeatz
