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Peter Okoye urged his brother Paul to let him create his music without interruptions in response to accusations of song theft.
In a recent statement, popular singer Peter Okoye, known as Mr P and one half of the renowned duo P-Square, has publicly addressed and refuted allegations of song theft made by his twin brother and former bandmate, Paul Okoye, also known as Rudeboy. The accusations surfaced when Rudeboy claimed that Mr P and their former producer, Vampire, had appropriated his song titled “Winning,” which he intended to include in his upcoming album.
Responding to these serious claims, Mr P asserted that the song in question was a collaborative effort, co-written with Calypso60, thus refuting the notion that he could steal his own creation. He emphasized the implausibility of the accusation, urging his brother to cease the negativity and allowing him to focus on his musical journey.
In an Instagram post, Mr P stated, “Person no dey thief him own Property! It is well! Thank you, @iam_vampire_official, for the clarification.” He reiterated that proper credit is due to all involved in the creation of “Winning,” including Calypso60 and co-producer Goldswarm.
Mr P concluded his message with a heartfelt plea for peace, expressing a desire to enjoy his newfound single without further distractions. “Now that I have a new single out, please allow me to enjoy my new single, WINNING, in peace. Enough of the negativity!” he wrote. The single, “Winning,” is currently available on all major music platforms, encouraging fans to enjoy the music while steering clear of the ongoing tensions.
As this situation unfolds, it highlights the complexities of artistic collaboration and familial relationships within the entertainment industry.