Emtee Says People's Doubts Fuel the Fire to Make Great Music: "Doubt Me So I Can Show You"
Tue, January 7, 2025 | South Africa
South African rapper Emtee has revealed that skepticism from others serves as a catalyst for his musical creativity. He expressed appreciation for those who challenge him, stating that a lack of critical feedback can lead to complacency. Emtee remarked, "I love it when people doubt me. When everyone is a yes man, they don’t even correct you when you are offside. Everything goes sideways. Doubt me so I can show a film." Following the release of his album "DIY3," Emtee addressed critics who labeled the project as subpar. He suggested that such negative opinions stem from a predisposition to dislike his work, despite positive reception from other listeners and favorable metrics. Emtee commented, "The album is only 'wack' because you’re dedicated to being a hater even when numbers tell a different story, and these good people that like it aren’t fools. Know that. You can feel however you want, but you don’t have the last say." ...
