Tinashe Mutarisi Responds to Delroy Shewe’s Claims
During an interview with DJ Ollah 7, Delroy Shewe revealed that he had not been paid for ‘Superstar’.
Tinashe Mutarisi Responds to Delroy Shewe's Claims
In a dramatic turn of events, Tinashe Mutarisi has addressed the allegations made by Delroy Shewe regarding unpaid royalties for the hit song ‘Superstar’.
The song, featuring rapper Saintfloew, has garnered an impressive 4.7 million views since its release last year, solidifying Delroy Shewe’s status in the Zimbabwean music scene.
During an exclusive interview on DJ Ollah 7’s podcast, Delroy Shewe revealed that he had not received any payment for ‘Superstar’.
This revelation sparked a public outcry, with fans demanding answers from Tinashe Mutarisi, the owner of Nash TV, where the song was uploaded.
In a candid video posted on his Facebook page, Mutarisi confirmed that Delroy Shewe had indeed not been compensated.
He explained that the costs associated with producing the song and its music video had exceeded the revenue generated, which amounted to approximately $1,600.
Tinashe Mutarisi Responds to Delroy Shewe's Claims
Despite this, Mutarisi expressed his commitment to supporting Delroy by offering to reimburse him out of his own pocket.
Mutarisi also disclosed that he had previously offered Delroy a job at his company, paying him a fixed salary of $300 before his musical breakthrough.
He highlighted his ongoing support by mentioning that the studio used for the interview was his, and he had not charged Delroy for its use.
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In a gesture of goodwill, Mutarisi promised to continue backing Delroy Shewe’s career by transferring the song to Delroy’s personal YouTube channel, ensuring that any future earnings would go directly to the artist.
This saga has certainly captured the public’s attention, with many eagerly watching to see how this relationship between the businessman and the musician will evolve.
