In a tearful video shared on Instagram, Rowlene appeared distressed as she detailed months of frustration, saying she had exhausted all her options trying to get the money owed to her.

“If you know me, you would know that I don’t usually do this, but I’m out of options,” Rowlene said while bursting into tears. “I’m in a position where I am starting to question if my business model is messed up, or if people just generally don’t grasp how their indecency affects other people.”

According to the singer, she performed at an event in October but has yet to receive payment for her work. She added that she even attempted to negotiate a reduced amount and proposed a payment plan in an effort to resolve the matter amicably.

“I tried to work out a payment plan. I even said they don’t have to pay me the full amount because I know I didn’t sell all the tickets,” she said. “It just feels so disrespectful.”

The singer expressed concern about the financial burden the dispute has placed on her, noting that she is now having to spend additional money on legal assistance to recover the earnings she believes she is entitled to.

“My lawyer is handling it, but now it’s money I don’t have that I’m going to have to use to get back the money I worked hard for,“ she said. “Please tell me what I am supposed to do.”

Rowlene expressed how this has taken an emotional toll on her, saying she has spent years building her career while navigating personal and professional challenges.

The artist is known for hits like “Phases” and “SMA” (Send Me Away), and she has made a name for herself in the South African music industry.

In the caption, she expressed her sadness at the unfairness of the whole situation and said she couldn’t imagine how much harder it is for up-and-coming artists. This is a reminder of how tough navigating the music industry is, particularly in a country that does not support artists.

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