Posted by Amarachi on Mon 13th Jan, 2025 - tori.ng
He explained that he decided to transact in a more reliable currency because he recognised the value of his craft and a desire for financial stability.
Cobhams Asuquo
Top Nigerian singer, songwriter and music producer, Cobhams Asuquo, revealed that he started charging his clients in dollars at the age of 24.
Asuquo stated that the bold step which he took as far back as 2005 was a career-defining moment for him.
Speaking during an interview with Pulse TV, he explained that he decided to transact in a more reliable currency because he recognised the value of his craft and a desire for financial stability.
He said, “I am one of the few producers who started charging in a different currency for the purpose of stability.
“As far back as 2005, I began to peg my charges in dollars because I felt it was a stable thing to do. I was obviously getting signed and getting things going, and I needed to be able to transact in that space.”
Cobhams noted that his decision was pioneering, as he was unaware of any other producers charging in dollars at the time.
He attributed this bold move to his early realisation of his worth.
“I hear music producers charge now in dollars, and I say to myself, I started doing this in 2005 when I was just 24. I didn’t know anybody else who was doing that at the time.
“That’s me waking up to the value of my work,” he stated proudly.
He also emphasised his commitment to delivering top-quality work, humbly stating, “Till tomorrow, I cannot promise that what I will give you is the best in the world, but it’s the best I can give you—and it is very well close to the best in the world.”