Nigerian recording artiste Crayon has made startling accusations against Mavin Records, asserting that the prominent label altered his life negatively and stripped away his former identity. Alongside his grievances against the label, the singer confirmed that his long-standing friendship with Rema, whose legal name is Divine Ikubor, has officially ended.
The music star shared these revelations through a sequence of online posts, voicing deep resentment regarding his tenure under the imprint and actions from individuals he accused of continuous mistreatment.
Expressing his displeasure, the vocalist questioned the disappearance of his cheerful disposition prior to achieving mainstream recognition, stating that the joyful and playful version of himself was suppressed after he signed with the platform.
Reflecting on his journey into the industry, the performer noted that he entered the system as a naive youth arriving from Ojo, harboring ambitions of attaining global musical prominence. However, he claimed that achieving stardom required him to compromise his core values.
Why did Crayon and Rema end their relationship?
Addressing his fallout with Rema, the singer stated that he had suffered prolonged emotional distress and opted to leave the situation to divine judgment, noting that the hurt continued until recently and that he chose to maintain his silence moving forward.
Furthermore, he urged Rema to address his fanbase and halt the online attacks directed at him, while dropping subtle hints that he might expose further details regarding actions allegedly taken against him by Rema and label executive Tega.
Background on Mavin Records and Nigerian Music Labels
Mavin Records, founded by veteran producer Don Jazzy, stands as one of Nigeria's most influential contemporary music incubators, having nurtured numerous global music stars. The label has historically played a significant role in exporting Afrobeats to international audiences, though tensions between artistes and management structures occasionally surface within the vibrant Nigerian entertainment ecosystem.