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  • Ric Hassani explains reason some gospel artists switch to secular music

    Ric Hassani explains reason some gospel artists switch to secular music

    Popular singer, Ric Hassani has explained why many gospel musicians switch to secular music, attributing it to a desire for fulfillment rather than financial gain.

    Speaking in a recent interview with Hip TV, Hassani shared his personal experience of starting his music career in the church before transitioning to secular music.

    According to the singer, being a gospel musician requires a special gift of ministration, which not everyone possesses.

    He asserted that some artists are blessed with the ability to communicate God’s words through music, while others are gifted in different ways.

    The singer emphasised that he doesn’t believe everyone is meant to be in church music.

    He argued that while he identifies as a strong Christian and includes gospel songs in his albums, he feels his calling is to impact the world through a different kind of music.

    Hassani stated, “I’m not going to do it the way Frank Edwards or Mercy Chinwo is going to do it. If I enter church music now, I fit no bang. It’s not my thing.”

    Hassani also addressed the common perception that musicians leave gospel music for secular music solely for financial reasons. He argued that while money is a motivator for many, the real fulfillment comes from being able to create music that aligns with one’s passion and purpose. He pointed to successful artists like Wizkid and Burna Boy, who continue to create music despite having vast wealth, as evidence that financial gain is not the primary driver.

    In Hassani’s words, “The kind of satisfaction that comes from being able to think of an idea and put it on the record and create music is beyond money. It’s bigger than any satisfaction money can give you.”

  • Ric Hassani reveals reason artistes cancel tours

    Ric Hassani reveals reason artistes cancel tours

    Ric Hassani, a Nigerian singer and songwriter has revealed that artistes cancel their tours due to circumstances beyond their control.

    The singer during a recent interview with Hip TV on Thursday, explained that low turnout in ticket sales could lead to cancellation.

    He explained that high-level production shows or concerts involve various individuals, including stakeholders, management teams, and even touring companies.

    “I do not know why that happens. I feel like a lot of artistes who cancel their tours, there are a lot of other companies that are involved. From touring companies to management companies, on that level. Maybe some funny contracts somewhere, or maybe it could be ticket sales or whatever,” he said.

    Hassani shared more insight, stating that it could be the artiste’s decision but there are usually several reasons why tours get cancelled.

    “This is our job, this is our career, we sacrifice a lot to perform. I believe it might be entirely the artist’s decision. So, these levels of tours that are being cancelled are high-level production shows, if you check it. There are a lot of people and companies involved, so it can be cancelled for whatever reason,” Hassani revealed.

  • [Video] I don’t really mind cheating in a relationship – Hassani

    [Video] I don’t really mind cheating in a relationship – Hassani

    Popular Nigerian singer, Ric Hassani, has disclosed that he doesn’t mind cheating in a relationship so long as they both have a deeper connection.

    The singer made this known in an interview session at Hot FM Lagos State.

    According to Hassani, he said “Honestly, I don’t really mind cheating, Men, I mean, you have one life men, if you feel like that’s what you want to do, fine men. Like, as long as we have a deeper connection.

    “If you’re my partner and you feel like somebody else might be better than me, men, I go drive you go the guy house.”

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  • NBC has banned my song ‘Thunder Fire You’-Ric Hassani laments

    NBC has banned my song ‘Thunder Fire You’-Ric Hassani laments

    Singer, Ric Hassani has lamented over the recent ban of his new song, ‘Thunder Fire You’

    Hassani, made this known in a post on his Twitter page on Friday. He also added that the commission is also sanctioning radio stations that are airing the song.

    “So, the NBC has banned my song ‘Thunder Fire You’ and are fining radio stations that play it. Interesting,” he wrote.

    ‘Thunder Fire You’ is a song about heartbreak which sees the singer cursing his estranged woman who ditched him despite sacrificing a lot for her.

    “The love I gave you, was too perfect for you. And you know I tried to make your dreams come true. And you knew this you still went and threw this, threw this away (away). It’s okay,” the song’s lyrics read.

    “Thunder fire you. For all the lies you told me. Thunder fire you. For when you cheated on me. Thunder fire you. You never did deserve nome. E go better for you. So thunder fire you.”

    Hassani was nominated in three categories at the 2016 All Africa Music Awards: Best Artiste in African R&B and Soul, Video of the Year, and Most Promising Artiste. He also received two nominations at The Headies 2016, including Best Alternative Song for “Gentleman”.[1][6]

    In December 2018, the Falz and Olamide-assisted “Believe” won Best Collaboration at the Galaxy Music Awards

  • RnB singer, Ric Hassani loses dad

    RnB singer, Ric Hassani loses dad

    Sonorous singer, Ric Hassani has announced the demise of his father — a few hours after putting out ‘The Prince I Became’, his new album.

    The songwriter made the disclosure in a series of tweets on Friday, adding that he died a week ago.

    He, however, did not reveal the situations that led to his father’s death.

    In one of the posts, the singer described his late father as a very good person who taught him so many things.

     

    “A week ago today, I lost my Dad. He was a great man, a very good person. I learnt so much from him, and he is my angel now. Rest in peace daddy, ‘K.K’ loves you,” he wrote.

    In another post, he also applauded his late father’s contribution to ‘Korede’, a track off the newly-released album.

    “People like your song Dad, I knew your vocals on it will be good. Wish you were here, just one more week. But God knows best,” he added.

     

  • Waje, Ric Hassani to tie the knot?

    Waje, Ric Hassani to tie the knot?

    Talented Nigerian vocalists, Waje and Ric Hassani have sparked wedding rumours due to a recent romantic picture Waje posted on her Instagram page.

    In the picture, the singer was seen smiling lovingly at Hassani whose head was on her laps. Although Hassani’s full face did not show, Waje tagged him in the post, which she captioned, “It’s time.”

    Ever since she shared the picture, there have been rumors that the singers will be tying the knot soon

    Her comment section has been filled with congratulatory messages, with a fascinating one from her close friend, Omawumi, which states, “Heyy Jisox! Can I dance with my fowl to the altar?”

    Popular actress, Toyin Abraham, simply asked Waje’s best friend, Omawumi, where she can purchase the aso-ebi from. “How do we get our aso ebi. So we can start sewing mad style,” she asked.

    Iconic actress, Mercy Johnson-Okojie simply signified interest in the bridal train. She commented, “Bridal train loading. Congratulations awesome Waje.

    Fashionable personality, Toke Makinwa, said, “Congratulations my friend, finally we can share the good news.”

    Though some people think this is a publicity stunt for a new song by the duo, others believe this is for real as this is the first time Waje, a single parent of a 21-year-old girl will post a romantic picture of the man in her life.

     

  • The accident could have taken my life- Ric Hassani

    Nigerian alternative musician, Ric Hassani has said the accident he was recently involved in could have taken his life.

     

    Recall that the suave singer was involved in a fatal auto-crash that left him injured on the 27th of December on his way from an event where he was billed to perform.

     

    Two days after the unfortunate incident, Hassani took to his Instagram page today to recount how the accident occurred, adding that he is thankful for life.

     

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    He said: “Thankful that I am still here. I am a very private person as most of you would know. I didn’t want to have to talk about this to the public but as the news has now somehow come out, for the respect i have for those who support me i would have to myself speak about it. Three days ago on my way driving home from an event, I had an accident that could have taken my life but thankfully, God spared me to make me realize that He still needs me to be here for plans He has already made. Thank you for your prayers, I’d be honest and say it hasn’t been easy these few days as I am still recovering, but God willing I’d be back up and running in no time. Thank you for your prayers, I still need them. God Bless you. Thank you. [This photo was taken by @mayorotu from an event a week ago.]”

     

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  • Ric Hassani injured in fatal auto crash

    Talented RnB singer, Ikechukwu Eric Ahiauzu a.k.a Ric Hassani has been involved in a fatal auto crash. According to TheNetng, the sad incident occurred on the 27th of December at about 5:30am while the singer was on his way home from an event where he was billed to perform.

    An irresponsible driver loped into the singer’s car leading to several damages and scars on his body and mutilations on his car.

     

    Hassani has been fully absorbed in the music industry for close to two years. Ric bagged two award nominations for the 2016 Headies: ‘Best Vocal Performance’ alongside the likes of Brymo, Darey, Shaydee and Wande Coal as well as ‘Best Alternative Song’ both for his 2015 single, ‘Gentleman’