Singer and actress Hellen Lukoma has spoken out about the financial and emotional challenges that have slowed down her music career, revealing that the high cost of producing and promoting songs is one of her biggest obstacles.
While appearing on NBS After 5, Lukoma said she still has a strong desire to release more music, but the reality of the industry makes it difficult to consistently drop new projects.
“I would love to release more music, but the truth is that music is not as cheap as it looks. We’ve seen so many people release songs, but not every project succeeds,” she said.
According to Lukoma, the music business is unpredictable, and success is never guaranteed, even after investing heavily in production and promotion.
She explained that she is still learning how the industry works, describing herself as someone who is “gaining and losing” through her experiences in music.
Because of this, she prefers to take her time rather than rush into releasing songs that may not achieve the desired impact.
“When I go quiet, it doesn’t mean I don’t want to release music. It’s just that it’s not as cheap as it looks,” she added.
Lukoma also expressed her long-term goal of becoming a successful musician who not only enjoys her craft but is also able to earn sustainably from it.
“At the end of the day, I would love to be a great musician who loves my art, but I also want to earn from my art and be able to release music whenever I want,” she said.
Beyond finances, the singer highlighted the mental pressure artists face from fans who expect frequent music releases.
She noted that constant pressure to release songs every few months can negatively affect artists’ mental health, with some even struggling with anxiety and depression.
Lukoma admitted that she has also experienced moments of self-doubt due to public criticism and expectations.
“I have been in a situation where I have doubted what I do because of what people say,” she revealed.
written by @enock katamba
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