Use lyrics to heal society, not promote promiscuity – Producer

A music producer, Mine Akpokoghene, popularly known as “Minebrooks”, on Wednesday urged musicians to use their lyrics to heal the society, rather than promote promiscuity.

Akpokoghene told newsmen in Lagos that the content of many locally-produced songs are strictly beat and hi-hooks inclined, which do not impact positively on the society.

According to him, entertainers have become a strong influence within the society and should therefore promote best practices for the betterment of the society.

“The sector today, through media, has become so influential on not just the youths, but a reasonable number of adults.

“And that seems to be the biggest influence through which we can transform the mindset of our youths in a bid to correct ills that befall our nation,” the producer said.

He tasked artistes to take time out in reading books and studying more to inform their choice of words.

“In times past, we had artistes that sat down to deal songs from lyrics to beats, but times have suddenly changed.

“New generation artists care less about the content of their songs and those that do have little idea of how much their songs affects the lives of people,” he said.

The music producer said songs are used for entertaining, educating as well as correcting the ills in the society.

“It is true that society responds more to music than laid down regulations, so it should be judiciously harnessed and used as a tool by government.

“It is high time entertainers know that they can use their talents to add value to the society, “he said.

Akpoghene has produced hit songs, including the popular “Eze Mo” by Fortune Ebel, featuring Sammie Okposo, “God dey” by Lawrence, among other popular songs.