Brian Temba says he is tired of being exploited
The award-winning singer took to Instagram to express his frustration about people who call him to sing for free “when there is an occasion for distress”.
Artist exploitation is a big concern in South Africa.
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Several musicians and actors have spoken out about the unfair practices that happen within the entertainment industry.
The latest one to raise concerns is Brian Temba.
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The actor and singer has been in the entertainment industry for over a decade and has done tremendous work, including producing music for the award-winning South African movie ‘Losing Lerato’.
However, to this day, he still faces people who exploit him for his art.
The ‘Dominoes’ hitmaker took to Instagram to talk about the unfair practice of expecting artists to perform for free, but neglecting them for events that pay.
“IT’S INTERESTING THAT PEOPLE CALL YOU FOR PROJECTS, TO SING FOR FREE, ASPECIALLY WHEN THERE’S AN OCCASION OF DISTRESS, BUT WHEN THERE’S PAYING PROJECTS, THEY DON’T EVEN THINK OF YOU!!” he wrote.
He then said he will no longer be participating in such.
“Ngkhathele [I am tired]. We always keep quiet and say yes that cool, not anymore!! #paymeformywork #imasinger #iveworkedhardforthis #singer #producer #musician,” he wrote.
Below is his tweet:
Image courtesy of Instagram/@Briantemba