- Nigerian singer Peter Okoye popularly known as Mr P has faced calls to retire from music due to his age.
- The debate was sparked by a comment from a fan on social media platform X, suggesting he should step back from the limelight.
- The discussion highlights ongoing conversations about age and relevance in the music industry.
Nigerian singer Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has responded to social media users who have urged him to retire from music because of his age.
The debate started after a fan on X, identified by the hashtag @OloriOfOloris, suggested that the former P-Square star should step away from the limelight.
She wrote:
“I don’t understand why a man of almost 50 years old still sings like this. It’s okay to retire❤️.”
The announcement caused different reactions on the Internet, and media personality Do2dtun defended the singer. He argued that age should not determine an artist’s relevance and pointed to world music icons such as Beyoncé, Shakira, Lionel Richie and Bruce Springsteen, who continue to perform successfully despite being older.
Reacting to the debate, Mr P dismissed the criticism and linked it to the lingering feelings of some supporters of the now-defunct group P-Square.
Quoting Do2dtun’s post, he wrote:
“I won’t be the one to increase the fuel price for Naija. Frustration is everywhere, but somehow Mr. P dem wan is to blame… After realizing that all these stories don’t hold water, they came up with another one: ‘He’s too old to sing and dance now.’ Meanwhile, the same people celebrate and praise Usher, Beyoncé and Chris Brown for doing the exact same thing.”
The singer also spoke about his solo career, noting that he is still focused on personal growth and success in the music industry.
He revealed that he had secured a five-year, multi-million dollar deal with an international distribution company, covering the release of three albums.
Speaking further, Mr P stated:
“As for this solo trip? It’s one of the best things that’s happened in my life and I honestly don’t care what anyone thinks. No one can stop this movement. The train has left the station. It’s Mr P Forever! OG FOREVER is coming out this year and we’re just getting started!”
His statements reaffirm his commitment to a solo career and signal that he has no plans to retire from music anytime soon.
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