Music producer Igbinoba Osaze, popularly known as Ozedikus Nwanne, has shared insights into his journey in the music industry, revealing why he transitioned from gospel music to mainstream production.
In an interview with Punch, the producer explained that although his roots were deeply tied to gospel music, the financial realities at the time pushed him to explore other opportunities.
According to him, many gospel artistes were not actively recording in studios, making it difficult for him to earn a sustainable income there.
“I was more connected to gospel music at the beginning… However, most gospel artistes at the time were not recording in studios, and you need money to start those things. So I had to go where the money was first,” he said.
Ozedikus noted that his early earnings came from playing the piano in churches and with live bands, but even that was not always reliable.
“At one point, I played for a church for about eight months without being paid,” he revealed.
Despite the challenges, he continued working, eventually realising that music production was what had been sustaining him during that period.
Around 2017, he decided to fully commit to production, though the transition brought its own struggles.
“Before things picked up, it was really hard and exhausting,” he admitted.
He also spoke about navigating creative disagreements and balancing both the artistic and business sides of the industry before eventually bringing in a manager to help structure his career.
Ozedikus’ story highlights the realities many creatives face—balancing passion with financial survival—while building a sustainable career in the music industry.