'Group breakups are caused by ego, not money or women' - Praye Tietia

• The musician argues that the desire for individual recognition, especially when one member feels more important than others, can create divisions within a group.

• Tietia maintains that fairly shared earnings should not cause conflict, but friendships and conversations with outsiders can influence members’ perceptions of their roles.

• He encouraged aspiring musicians to establish clear expectations, respect one another and focus on shared goals, adding that Praye’s members have learnt from past mistakes and may perform together on one stage soon.

Speaking during a TikTok live session with comedian and musician Ajeezay, the Praye member challenged the widely held belief that financial disagreements and relationships with women are the main reasons music groups split.

Drawing from his own experience, he said tensions often emerge when one member begins to see themselves as more important than the others or believes they contribute more to the group's success.

He said;

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Tietia argued that money should not necessarily become a source of conflict when members agree to share their earnings fairly. However, he acknowledged that differences in friendships and the influence of people outside the group can fuel misunderstandings.

He explained that the friends he associated with during his time in Praye were different from those of his colleague Eugene. According to him, conversations with these separate social circles can influence members' perceptions of their importance within a group.

He said;

Despite the challenges that can arise when musicians work together, Tietia described group membership as a worthwhile experience and encouraged aspiring artistes not to abandon the idea simply because some established groups have broken up.

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He advised those planning to form music groups to agree on their expectations from the outset, maintain mutual respect and remain committed to a shared vision.

He said;

He further urged musicians to avoid allowing outsiders to interfere with their relationships, stressing the importance of setting clear goals and working towards creating music with lasting appeal.

He added;

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Reflecting on the group's journey, Tietia said the members of Praye had learnt valuable lessons from their previous challenges and were now back together.

He also hinted that fans could soon see all three members sharing a stage again, suggesting that the group was preparing for a joint performance.

He said;