Makwa – “Don’t sign recording contract with major labels”

South African musician, Makwa kicked against artist signing to major record labels.

In a series of tweets shared, the Hip Hop producer who has his record label revealed the disadvantages of signing with major labels.

“Don’t sign a recording contract, especially with a major label, trust me you’ll regret signing with them. Rather stay indi until things come together. Lastly, if a label offers to buy you something big like a car or a house, decline that offer and take the cash instead,” he wrote.

Makwa says his experiences have taught him enough lessons.

Selling beats in SA is a Joke. Most of the time artists don’t like to pay, some artists are full of games. Only 0.001% is serious about this music thing https://t.co/d5ZNaeSHsF

— King of uMzonkonko (@only1makwa) September 2, 2022

I denied an advance Twice and I’m glad I did that, ngabe manje ngikolotana na bantu.

— King of uMzonkonko (@only1makwa) September 2, 2022

“Even Major Labels can’t afford to pay for beats, I’m saying this because I know. If you want to make music full time never quit your initial hustle for music,” he added.

How so,ain't you getting into negotiations of what you want as the artist cause they're the ones that offered to sign you but i get you..

— LoveYourz💛🤞 (@Love_yourz101) September 2, 2022