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CONTROVERSIAL Zimdancehall chanter Silent Killer has been publicly criticised by his manager’s mother, Gogo Alice Chitando Gurure, for his seemingly wayward behaviour and explicit lyrics.
In an interview with The Sunday Mail Entertainment, Gogo Gurure, mother of Obvious “General Obvie” Gurure expressed concern over the singer’s approach to music and life.
She believes Silent Killer, also known as Ngwere, possesses the talent to achieve great success but is undermining his potential through delinquent behaviour. Gogo Gurure (56) is particularly troubled by the singer’s use of “dirty lyrics” in some of his songs, his alleged promotion of alcohol and substance abuse, and his lack of respect for himself and others.
Last year, the chanter promised to refrain from explicit lyrics ahead of the release of his third album, a pledge he seems to be struggling to keep.
A few weeks ago, he faced a backlash from fans in Beitbridge after he arrived late for a show, leading to his brief detention by angry fans. A vehicle at the venue was vandalised amidst the chaos before police intervened to calm the situation. The issue was eventually resolved the following day, when the singer’s team and the venue’s management reached a mutual agreement. Ngwere agreed to perform for free.
“I wish Silent Killer would heed some of the things other people and I are saying. This would help him improve his career,” said Gogo Gurure.
“I am not pleased with the way he is playing some of his music. Some of his lyrics are not family friendly and signal lack of discipline on his part. I am sure you have listened to some of the songs and know what I am talking about.
“I cannot listen to some of his music in the presence of my son, General Obvie, who is his manager, because the lyrics are either dirty or too suggestive, which should not be the case with music.”
Gogo Gurure has never attended any of the chanter’s gigs despite receiving numerous invitations.
“My son regularly shares their performance videos with me, but I have never attended any of their shows,” she said.
“One thing is certain — Silent Killer is a talented musician, who, however, needs guidance.”
She urged the authorities to take a firm stance against delinquent youths and emphasised the need for musicians to set a positive example.
“The Government must take drastic measures against those involved in drug and substance abuse before it is too late. This vice is destroying generations and we are losing future leaders.
“This is a major concern for me as both parent and grandparent . . .,” she said.
Speaking through his manager, General Obvie, Silent Killer said: “We are grateful to have such wise elders in our lives. They are our parents and constantly guide us. We value their opinions and always consider their suggestions.
“We are still young and growing. Learning is an ongoing process. However, we must also respect generational differences.
“The world has evolved, and some things once considered taboo are no longer so. Sometimes we do things to please our fans but we will, in the process, be straying from accepted norms.”
The manager further said he was happy his artiste’s music is cutting across the generational divide.
“We have music for everyone — the aged, the disabled and those bedridden, among others.”
Meanwhile, Gogo Gurure shared her joy after her son’s family welcomed their third child last week.
“I want to congratulate my daughter-in-law, Mai General, on blessing our family with a baby girl. I am going to name her Alice,” she said with a chuckle.
“I cherish family deeply. One of my most cherished memories was Christmas Day spent with my entire family. To all mothers, I say humanity begins with courageously caring for your children; God will eventually intervene.
“I raised a son, General Obvie, who is now a successful businessman and takes excellent care of us.”
Online Reporter