Spyro Reveals Why He Does Not Plan to Leave Wealth for His Children

Nigerian Afrobeats singer Spyro has sparked a fresh conversation about inheritance and generational wealth after revealing that he does not subscribe to the idea of accumulating money specifically for his children to inherit after his death. The “Who’s Your Guy?” hitmaker shared his thoughts during a recent interview, explaining that he cannot predict what his children might do with wealth after he is gone. “I’m not part of the school of thought of leaving money down for children because, at the end of the day, after I’m gone, I don’t know what you’re doing with it,” Spyro said. His comments have generated discussions online, particularly around the difference between leaving children money and preparing them with the knowledge and ability to create wealth themselves. Spyro’s position comes as he continues to speak openly about money, his career and the experiences that shaped his rise in the Nigerian music industry. During the same conversation, the singer also spoke about the enormous amount of money that can go into producing music and videos. Spyro claimed that he has spent as much as ₦100 million on some songs, while revealing that his most expensive music video cost about ₦50 million. He acknowledged that spending heavily on music does not always guarantee the expected returns, noting that streaming figures can sometimes leave artists questioning the financial outcome of their investments.
‘I’m a Jesus boy’, Spyro also addressed the relationship between his Christian faith and his music. The singer described himself as a “Jesus boy”, but explained that being deeply committed to his faith does not mean every song he releases has to be gospel music. “I’m a Jesus boy because I love God, I serve God, but I don’t do gospel music,” he said. He also acknowledged the influence of Wizkid on his musical journey, saying he has learned from the Afrobeats superstar. Spyro’s remarks have opened another conversation about what parents should leave behind for their children. While some people see inheritance and generational wealth as an important way of securing the future of the next generation, Spyro’s comments focus more on the uncertainty surrounding how inherited wealth might eventually be used. For the singer, the discussion appears to go beyond money itself and touches on the importance of personal ability, discipline and the capacity to build wealth independently. His comments have now become another talking point among Nigerian entertainment followers, with discussions continuing over whether parents should prioritise leaving substantial wealth behind or focus on equipping their children with the skills and values needed to create their own future.