Author: Mariam Emily

Keke Palmer revealed that she chose to become an independent artist so she could own her work and be the puppet master, not the puppet. She explained that she believes in diversifying rather than putting all her eggs in one basket—or one industry. That mindset is why she wears many hats, including singing, acting, hosting, producing, and presenting. Her views on money also extend into Hollywood, where she’s openly called the industry “soulless.” During an interview on The Breakfast Club, Palmer expressed, “Anywhere where a lot of money is being made could be soulless.” She may have been referencing similar instances where several artists, from Taylor Swift to Kizz Daniel and other big names, have fallen victim to losing ownership of their creative works due to unfavorable record labe...