Nigerian gospel singer Tope Alabi has caused a stir on the internet by talking about her early days in the music business and why she didn’t wear wigs, jewelry, or earrings when she first started out.
Tope Alabi stated in a widely shared video that her choice was driven more by her own circumstances than by any heavenly guidance.
According to her, God never told her to avoid wearing jewelry or wigs.
The gospel singer explained that at the beginning of her career, she simply could not afford good earrings, chains, wigs or other accessories, which is why she did not wear them.
She noted that people often misinterpreted her modest appearance, assuming it was a spiritual decision rather than a financial reality.
Additionally, she shared that she chooses her outfits based on the nature of her performances.
“God has never told me not to wear earrings, chains, or wigs.
”I’m a theater practitioner to the core, so I understand what fits each song. If a song does not require me to wear earrings, I won’t use them in the video. In the past, people assumed I avoided earrings for religious reasons, but the truth is, I simply could not afford them at the time,” she said in part…
Tope Alabi’s statement has sparked mixed reactions, especially from fans who recall moments when she seemingly sang against wearing jewelry and wigs.
Netizens Reactions…
@iwalewaartistry said: “First time mama dey explain 😢people of the world e ma buru o…mummy tee we are good with whatever joor.😍.”
@mumsaffection said: “You don’t need to explain to anyone,it’s your life.May God bless you more.”
@dahunsy_phaith said: “But u once sang against it naaa madam😂 u sang against wig …bleaching😂.”
@fausatbak said: “Wahala ni won ko Ara won si, when u’re suffering where are they ,if u don’t dress they will still talk do what ever u want ma,you own Dem no explanation.mumy I love u wholeheartedly.”
@tenniolaabike reacted: “Mummy wa, you did not start lik ds ma,are you telling us that we that we don’t lik putting earring we don’t have money to buy it ni ma,hmmmm muleeeee.”
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