: Following his exit from EME, Skales hit a severe low point, describing himself as "literally homeless" and struggling with self-doubt.
: Skales recorded "Shake Body" while still signed to his previous label, Empire Mates Entertainment (EME) . Surprisingly, the label rejected the song, and Skales eventually left the group in 2014 when his contract expired. SKALES - SHAKE BODY (OFFICIAL VIDEO)
The story behind the is one of the most remarkable "never give up" tales in Afrobeats history. It evolved from a rejected track recorded during a period of homelessness into a global phenomenon that saw a massive resurgence a decade after its release. A Breakthrough Against the Odds : Following his exit from EME, Skales hit
: In a pivotal moment of his career, fellow Nigerian artist Olamide heard the song and reached out to Skales. Learning that Skales lacked the funds for a music video, Olamide reportedly sent him N5 million (around N3-million according to some sources) to fund the shoot. This act of kindness was kept secret for years until Skales publicly expressed his gratitude. The Original Video Release The story behind the is one of the