Afrobeats artist Yemi Alade has described facing frequent sexual harassment early in her career. She stated that older male executives in positions of power made inappropriate advances during business meetings and studio sessions. Alade recalled one specific incident involving a managing director who touched her legs under a table.
She explained that these encounters, which began when she was a teenager, made her question her future in music. Despite having talent and determination, she found that industry doors remained closed unless she acquiesced to these demands. This pervasive harassment led her to a personal realization.
Alade decided she needed to change her approach, focusing on creating her own opportunities rather than seeking permission from gatekeepers. She resolved to break down barriers instead of waiting for doors to open.
She explained that these encounters, which began when she was a teenager, made her question her future in music. Despite having talent and determination, she found that industry doors remained closed unless she acquiesced to these demands. This pervasive harassment led her to a personal realization.
Alade decided she needed to change her approach, focusing on creating her own opportunities rather than seeking permission from gatekeepers. She resolved to break down barriers instead of waiting for doors to open.
