Nigerian artist Ruger has expressed his frustration over the underwhelming streaming numbers for his recent collaboration with Tiwa Savage, “Toma Toma,” with a humorous twist. Taking to social media, Ruger jokingly threatened to relocate to Jupiter if fans don’t step up and boost the song’s streams. His playful message has since gone viral, capturing the attention of fans and the wider music community.
In his post, Ruger shared his disappointment while making light of the situation. “If Una no stream this song, I go pack all my bags and studio equipment go Jupiter. Give like two aliens belle, collect citizenship for there,” he wrote. The cheeky threat included a reference to the possibility of starting a new life on the distant planet, even hinting at starting a family with aliens. “Shey Una Dey mad see song naa #tomatoma,” Ruger added, using the hashtag to drive attention to the song.
The post quickly sparked laughter and amusement from his followers, many of whom appreciated the artist’s humor in the face of what could be seen as a setback. Ruger’s lighthearted tone helped soften the disappointment he clearly felt, turning the situation into an entertaining moment for fans to rally behind.
Despite his playful remarks, Ruger’s comments also highlighted the realities of the highly competitive music industry, where even high-profile collaborations sometimes struggle to gain the traction they deserve. “Toma Toma,” which features one of Nigeria’s biggest female stars, Tiwa Savage, was expected to make a significant impact upon release, but its streaming numbers have not met expectations.
