Nigerian singer Peter Okoye has responded to critics who queried his age following the release of his new song, I Can’t Look Away.
The discussion reportedly began on social media when a woman responded to the singer’s latest release, saying, “I don’t get why an almost 50-year-old man is still singing like this. “It’s okay to retire.”
The comment drew reactions from fans and celebrities including media personality Do2dtun popularly known as Dotun.
He defended Peter by citing a number of international music stars still going strong despite their age.
“Celine Dion is 58 years old, Shakira is 49 years old, Beyonce is 44, Busta Rhymes 54, Bruce Springsteen is 76, Lionel Richie is 76 and the oldest Backstreet Boy is 54,” Dotun said.
All of them still perform and entertain audiences across the globe,” he added, saying Peter’s age should not be held against him.
Peter, in response to the criticism, thanked Dotun for his support and poked fun at the latest criticism leveled against him.
“I will not increase fuel price for Naija. Frustration dey everywhere but somehow na Mr P dem wan blame,” he wrote.
“Critics have said I haven’t got any talent, haven’t got any singing ability before talking about my age,” the singer said.
“After dem don see say all those narratives no make sense, dem come with another one: ‘Now he is too old to be singing and dancing,’” he said.
Many of the same people who are criticising me celebrate international stars like Usher, Beyonce and Chris Brown for doing similar performances, Peter also said.
The singer further defended his achievements as he said, “Make una help me name any artiste wey dey sing, dance, perform at the highest level, still plays multiple musical instruments, and still get music certificate. Just Peter Okoye.
His name deserves respect and some of the criticism is coming from fans who are still not happy with the breakup of P-Square,” he said.
“One thing for sure most of these people na PSQUARE heartbroken fans, and honestly I understand their feelings. Them go dey okay in the end. Nothing is forever. Things change. ‘Respect our decision and move on,’ he added.
Peter said his solo career was one of the best things he ever did.
“And this solo trip? “It’s one of the best things that’s ever happened in my life and I honestly don’t care what anyone thinks,” he said.
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