Zimbabwean music sensation Jah Prayzah has taken a page from the playbook of former U.S. President Donald Trump by turning an embarrassing incident into a lucrative opportunity.
The talented musician, known for his chart-topping hits, found himself at the centre of a social media storm following an awkward moment during President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s inauguration ceremony.
Jah Prayzah had been a featured performer at the National Sports Stadium that day, treating the audience to a stellar show that included a mix of his recent chart-toppers and timeless classics.
However, midway through his performance, he was unexpectedly asked to halt his act to accommodate the event’s schedule. This awkward occurrence quickly became the talk of social media, sparking widespread memes across various platforms.
In a move reminiscent of Donald Trump’s own ability to seize opportunities, Jah Prayzah decided to capitalize on this viral, uncomfortable moment by turning it into a financial gain.
The award-winning musician wasted no time and introduced a line of T-shirts for sale, boldly emblazoned with the words “Hallo Hallo – CHIMIRA” and “Hallo Hallo Zvakwana,” referencing the words that had interrupted his performance.
While the exact amount earned from these T-shirt sales remains undisclosed as of this writing, Jah Prayzah expressed his gratitude to his fanbase on social media, thanking them for their support.
Similarly, Donald Trump recently demonstrated a knack for turning adverse situations into fundraising successes. After his arrest in Georgia, Trump’s campaign promptly started selling various merchandise featuring his stern mugshot.
These items, which included shirts, posters, bumper stickers, and beverage coolers, were emblazoned with the tagline “NEVER SURRENDER!” and ranged in price from $12 to $34.
According to reports from POLITICO, the former president managed to raise an impressive $7.1 million following his booking at an Atlanta jail.
Notably, on a single day, August 25, Trump garnered a remarkable $4.18 million in contributions, marking the highest 24-hour fundraising period of his campaign at the time, as confirmed by a reliable source familiar with the fundraising totals.
Source iHarare