As A Man, You Have To Provide - Ladipoe On 'Billing Culture' In Relationships

Ladipoe, a Nigerian rapper, has expressed his opinions on relationships and money, stating that males are supposed to provide.

The musician made an appearance on the Midday Show as a guest.

Considering the ‘billing culture’ in which males are expected to spend money on their partners, Ladipoe stated that he doesn’t trust a lot of the widely circulated internet allegations concerning unjust financial demands.

In his recent interview, Ladipoe stated, “As a man, you have to provide,” highlighting societal norms that place financial responsibilities predominantly on men within romantic partnerships.

“I really wonder if people are telling the truth with the stories they say online because if you’re with a reasonable person, it usually works itself out. If I invite you to dinner, I’m paying. I don’t understand why there’s even a conversation about it. I feel like I don’t believe people’s stories, I don’t think that they’re true.”

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He added that men naturally feel the need to provide in relationships, though he’s unsure if that’s a good or bad thing.

“As a guy, there’s this energy that you need to provide. I don’t know if that’s a positive thing or not, a man needs to realise that there’s more beyond just being able to provide but it’s an important characteristic it criteria in a relationship.”

Ladipoe, known for his introspective lyrics and contributions to Nigeria’s hip-hop scene, has often addressed societal issues through his music.

His remarks on the “billing culture” reflect ongoing conversations about gender roles and financial expectations in relationships.

The “billing culture” refers to the practice where one partner, typically the man, is expected to bear the majority of financial expenses in a relationship.

This cultural norm has been both supported and criticized, with proponents citing traditional roles and critics advocating for more equitable financial responsibilities between partners.

However, he praised his current partner, saying she gives him things too, which makes him want to provide for her even more

“Except for my mum or an aunty or family, no woman has ever sent me money. There was this one time when my big cousin sent me 60 dollars, I was in college at the time. That’s the one time I can probably remember, asides my mum no girl.”

“That’s why I’m with the person I’m with, she gives me things ‘just because.’ she pours into me as well and that’s what drives me to say I want to provide for this person but nobody wants to be taken advantage of.”