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Popular rapper Michael Ugochukwu a.k.a Ruggedman, broke into the music industry through his controversial song, Ehen where he condemned some prominent Nigerian artistes.
Since then Ruggedy baba as he is fondly called by his fans, has continued to speak up on injustice whenever he deems fit. Against all odds, the rapper has continued to sustain his relevance.
Unknown to many , being outspoken has cost Ruggedman a lot. He made this known in a recent chat with newsmen. According to him:”I am happy that many of the things I spoke about in those days are still happening. I have always been campaigning for the use of our mother tongue in our songs. When I started, some people felt I was just a troublemaker; they didn’t know that I was fighting for the industry. Like I said in another of my songs, I will always speak my mind; whether people agree with it or not. I stand on the side of the truth and that is what I’m known for. I wouldn’t go out of my way to diss anyone; I will just say the things that people know but don’t want to say.
Truly, I have lost a lot for speaking my mind, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything. Now, we all know that Nigerian songs have taken over the whole African continent. I can confidently say that I’m the first rapper to make money off rap music in Nigeria.”
Speaking on when he would be getting married, he said:”I have chosen to keep my relationship, and my private life in general away from the press. I have vowed not to have kids out of wedlock and I am bidding my time to do the right thing.”