“The fact that i worked with a lot of artists when i was just a producer also helped in shaping my sound as a recording artist because i saw each production session as an opportunity to learn”.

“My happiest moment was getting my first 100,000 streams on Apple Music in 2022 on one of my record WIN”

Q – Name and where you are from?

A – Hello guys, my name is Godwin Elias Abua and I am from Cross River State. Born and raised in Abuja! I am a Musician and a Producer professionally know as BAD HABEAT.

Q – How did you get involved with entertainment and music?

A – I started making music by learning how to make beats in 2017. During this phase, i wasn’t doing it for money, it was just for fun. In 2019, i started professionally as a music producer and in 2020 i started making my own music as a recording artist.

Q – Who were some of the artist or musician that you would say had some influence in the development of your unique sound?

A – Wizkid played a very significant impact on my artistry. I also drew a lot of inspiration from Masterkraft, GospelOnTheBeats and Tekno in my production journey. The fact that i worked with a lot of artists when i was just a producer also helped in shaping my sound as a recording artist because i saw each production session as an opportunity to learn from these artists.

Q – What has been some of the challenges you have faced in getting promotion and support within the music industry?

A – One major challenge i faced is time management. This is because i work on other artists records as well as mine. Sometimes it feels like its so much work but on the other hand, i see it as a challenge to keep grinding. Secondly, as an independent artist, having to do the whole funding by self could be quite challenging.

Q – Talk about your recent projects and the video or song you are currently promoting?

A – ANGELINA is my latest record. It was released on August 9th, 2024. The creative process of this record  was quite the same as my other record but this time, i experimented with a new sonic. It’s a beautiful music intended to uplift the mind with groovy melodies. I’m currently working on the visuals for this project and will be out soon. I also released my first single of the year Titled ‘ 5 STAR’ which is a very personal song where i expressed my dreams and drive towards a fulfilled life.

I also dropped SHAYO in July and so far, it has been my biggest released record yet for 2024 as it has garnered over 15,000 streams across all platforms since its release.

Q – What is currently your most fulfilled and happiest moment so far as an independent artist on your journey so far?

A – My happiest moment was getting my first 100,000 streams on Apple Music in 2022 on one of my record Titled ‘WIN’. The fact that the song became a ‘WIN’ gave some feeling of fulfillment.

Q – How are you able to joggle between your school work and navigating the music scene?

A – I work as a producer to fund my own record so basically i find in really interesting because it feels like i’m only “making music”.

Q – What are some of your plans going forward with the experience you have gathered so far in the industry?  

A – Personally, i just wanna keep making great music. I have had a lot of experiences from working with other artists and i just try to learn from everyone. So far, i have worked with PORTABLE, EESKAY, JUMABEE, MAGNITO, BOI CHASE, Dr. BARZ, FIRSTKLAZ , to mention a few.

Q – Talk about your upcoming projects and other local  artist you will love to work with?

A – I’m currently working on my Third Studio EP. Its been in progress since March and would be out in the first quarter of 2025. If i got a chance, i would love to work with Victony, Wiz, Oxlade, Ruger and Asake just to mention a few.

Q – Between the many things that you do, which do you love more?

A – I love to make my own music. This is because I’m intentional about what i want so the process of creating my imagination is a beautiful feeling.

Q – What will you say to someone reading and is inspired by your story? What wise saying would you give to them to help them keep pushing on?

A – My words of inspiration is “FIND YOUR PURPOSE AND KEEP GOING”.

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