Qing Madi, a 19-year-old Nigerian singer, recently expressed her concerns about the music industry in Nigeria, stating that it’s not conducive for women. She made this statement on the Wahala Podcast, highlighting that female artists face unequal expectations, double standards, and limited support.
According to Qing Madi, women in the industry have to work twice as hard as their male counterparts to gain recognition.
Female artists are often criticized for their fashion choices, personal conduct, and other aspects that don’t seem to affect their male counterparts similarly.
Women are boxed into certain expectations, restricting their creative freedom and potential.
The industry doesn’t seem to protect or support women adequately, making it harder for them to thrive.
Women have to do twice as much work as their male counterparts. Women are oftentimes criticised for nothing. But they don’t do that to the men.
The men have the right to do whatever they like, but for the women, society just wants to box women so much.
“Women never get a break. So I’m super proud of being a female artist in Nigeria. And I’m super proud of every female artist in Nigeria” she said in a recent episode of the wahala podcast.
Despite these challenges, Qing Madi expressed pride in being a female artist in Nigeria, acknowledging the resilience and determination required to succeed in the male-dominated industry.
She’s known for hits like “See Finish,” “Ole” (feat. BNXN), and “American Love”. Qing Madi has also collaborated with notable artists such as Kizz Daniel, Joeboy, and Chloe Bailey. She won the songwriter of the year award at the 2025 Headies for her song “Vision”.
