Music Executive Ubi Franklin Reveals Pregnancy Clause in Contracts, Discusses Promiscuity Challenges in the Industry
In a candid discussion on the Culture Sonic Podcast, prominent Nigerian music executive and talent manager Ubi Franklin shed light on the complexities of managing artists, particularly female ones, disclosing that he incorporates a pregnancy clause in their contracts. “When I sign a female artist, I include a clause in the contract stating that pregnancy is not permitted during the term of the agreement,” Franklin explained. He emphasized that this measure is due to the substantial financial investments made in the development and career rollout of these artists.
Franklin also addressed what he considers a pervasive issue in the music industry: promiscuity among artists. He noted that this challenge affects both male and female artists, particularly after they achieve success. “The only artist that can be controlled is the one that has not had a hit. Once they have a hit, the first biggest problem for artists is womanizing. For female singers, it’s promiscuity as well,” he stated. According to Franklin, artists are generally more manageable before fame, but success often leads to a loss of focus and discipline.
His remarks have ignited a polarized response online. Some fans and industry observers support his strict contractual measures, citing the business rationale behind protecting investments. Others, however, have criticized the pregnancy clause as discriminatory, arguing it unfairly targets female artists. The debate continues to unfold across social media platforms, highlighting ongoing tensions about gender dynamics in the music industry.
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