In addition to his basketball career, Shaquille O’Neal ventured into the realm of music as a rapper. Utilizing his massive platform and over 30 million followers, Shaq has taken the opportunity to educate others about the music industry and record labels. Notably, he recently highlighted Chamillionaire’s story of a $600,000 discovery, shedding light on the exploitative practices prevalent in the industry.
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Big Diesel had a pretty successful career as a rapper. Having earned close to $10 million from his record deal, he has transitioned from a hip-hop artist to a DJ. His experience is invaluable but with how things are progressing in the industry, things are not looking good. In fact, with the many big names “airing their dirty laundry”, the music industry might just be doomed.
Shaquille O’Neal shares a video of Chamillionaire exposing the music industry
Chamillionaire is a veteran in the music industry who has been active since 1997. With 26 years of experience, he has seen and done it all. Well, recently he shed light on the dark side of the industry. In an interview with VSG Entertainment, Chamillionaire or Hakeem Temidayo Seriki reveals how his former label, Universal hid $600,000 from him.
How did he find out about it? Well, he hired an auditor upon the recommendation of another rap legend, Nelly. His discovery shocked him and so did the understanding that there are others in the industry who are unaware. Unaware of the inner workings of these major corporations that control the business.
It was an eye-opening interview, one that every person looking to become a musician should see. So, being the good samaritan that he is, Shaquille O’Neal a musician himself shared the video on his Instagram story.
It certainly is the right move by Shaq. He’s a renowned superstar whose fan following spans all four corners of the earth. When he talks, people listen and that is exactly what he is going for with this story.
Shaq hopes to use his huge social media presence to spread awareness about the industry
Shaquille O’Neal has over 30 million followers on Instagram. And, it is because of this that he is putting the spotlight on the flaws of the music industry. A music savant himself, The Big Aristotle wants what is best for the industry. So, making use of his celebrity status and stardom will be highly effective.
It’s clear to see that this issue is something that is personal for Shaq. After all, he is a former rapper now turned DJ. He performs for his fans on a regular basis, so he is a part of the business as well. Hopefully, his efforts, along with Chamillionaire’s don’t go unnoticed and the industry takes a hard look at itself and makes the necessary changes.
