I n a heartfelt and revealing open letter, Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr. P from the iconic Nigerian music duo P-Square, addressed his twin brother Paul, known as Rudeboy, over ongoing tensions within the group. The letter, which Peter shared publicly, highlights the deep-seated issues that have plagued the brothers, despite their recent reconciliation and return to the music scene as P-Square.
Peter's letter is a response to Paul’s frequent public statements where he allegedly discredited Peter's contributions to the group's success. According to Peter, Paul has claimed in several interviews that he was responsible for 99% of P-Square’s songs, even downplaying the success of certain tracks that Peter wrote, such as "EjeaJo," which featured American rapper T.I.
The twins, who rose to fame in the early 2000s, became one of Africa's most successful music groups, known for hits like "Bizzy Body," "Get Squared," and "Personally." Despite their success, their relationship has been marred by disagreements, particularly following the death of their mother in 2012. This loss seemingly exacerbated the tensions between them, leading to their first major split in 2017, where both brothers pursued solo careers.
In his letter, Peter expressed frustration over Paul’s portrayal of their work, emphasizing that the magic of P-Square came from their collaboration, not individual efforts. He also lamented that Paul, along with their elder brother Jude, often marginalized and humiliated him, both in public and private. The letter also touched on personal grievances, including disrespect towards Peter’s wife and family, which further strained their relationship.
The history of P-Square has always been complex, with both brothers contributing uniquely to the group’s sound—Peter being more focused on choreography and performance, while Paul leaned towards songwriting and production. Despite these differences, Peter made it clear that their strength as a group lay in their unity, and he urged his brother to focus on reclaiming their spot in the music industry together, rather than continuing to foster division.
This letter has reignited discussions about the dynamics between the Okoye brothers, who had only recently reunited in 2021 after a four-year separation. Their reunion brought hope to fans, but this letter suggests that underlying issues remain unresolved, potentially threatening the future of P-Square once again.
The open letter, while painful, serves as a public plea for reconciliation, urging Paul to move past old grievances and to remember what made P-Square great: their bond as brothers and their shared love for music.
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