Nigerian singer Skales has stated that professional footballers tend to earn more than musicians, attributing the gap to the structured and consistent nature of the football industry compared to the uncertainty in music.
He made this known during an interview on The Groovy Mono Show, where he highlighted the steady income system available to footballers.
According to him, active players continue to receive regular salaries and bonuses regardless of their level of global fame.
“Footballers earn more money than musicians,” he said. “As long as you are playing professionally, you are paid salaries and bonuses. You don’t have to be the most popular player in the world.”
Skales noted that the music industry is highly competitive and unpredictable, with only a small percentage of artists enjoying sustained financial success.
“Music is very competitive. You can be relevant today and fade tomorrow. Only a few artists earn big money consistently, while many struggle,” he explained.
He added that maintaining relevance in the entertainment space is often beyond the control of musicians, making long-term financial stability uncertain.
The singer also recounted losing a jewellery endorsement deal valued at over $300,000 because it was tied to a footballer, describing the incident as an example of the strong financial appeal athletes command.
“I once lost a jewellery deal worth over $300,000 because it was linked to a footballer. Even players who are not globally famous still secure endorsement deals,” he said.
Skales concluded that football offers a more dependable path to financial security for those who succeed at the professional level.
