Press Release from Anie Alerte:
“With great shock and disappointment, we discovered that an individual with bad intentions has hacked and published our official debut song without our consent. At ZILE, we take this matter very seriously and are conducting an investigation with our legal team. We are determined to take all necessary legal actions to address this unauthorized release and to protect our creations for the future. We truly appreciate your support and understanding during this difficult time, and we promise that this will not stop us. Thank you for standing by us and continuing to follow us everywhere.”
In the beginning of this whole situation, I was firmly on Anie’s side. Having had previous interactions with her manager and hearing stories about her behavior when someone calls her instead of me (due to the similarity of our names) People who called her by mistake often reported that she was dismissive and unpleasant. But that’s beside the point (and a bit amusing, to be honest).
The back-and-forth between Haitian artist Anie Alerte and her former manager has been playing out in public for years. Allegations, social media backlash, and strong reactions from fans have kept this story in the spotlight. While Anie initially earned sympathy and support for her claims, the way this situation has unfolded raises questions about her motives and her approach to resolving these issues.
When Anie first shared her story, she described exploitation and loss. She accused her manager of taking her rights, likeness, and opportunities—serious accusations that drew widespread support from fans and industry professionals. People rallied around her, offering help and even trying to mediate the situation between her and her manager.
However, Anie also made it clear that her manager played a positive role in her career, which adds a layer of contradiction to her narrative. This raises an important question: if her grievances are as serious as she claims, why hasn’t she taken legal action to resolve them?
The Inconsistencies in Anie’s Actions
If her allegations are true, legal action would likely be the best path to reclaim her rights and find closure. Instead, she has chosen to address these issues through social media, where emotions run high, but solutions are scarce. This choice undermines her credibility and makes it hard to believe she is seeking a genuine resolution.
Social media has been a double-edged sword for Anie. While it has given her a platform to share her story, it has also fueled hostility. Fans have attacked her former manager with threats and insults, creating a toxic and potentially dangerous environment. This kind of backlash can have serious consequences for everyone involved, especially if it escalates beyond words.
Anie’s actions have also caused unintended harm to others. For instance, people with similar names have been mistakenly targeted, and even I’ve been dragged into the confusion. This highlights how easily things can spiral out of control when disputes are played out in public rather than resolved privately.
Anie is an incredibly talented artist and a valuable figure in Haitian music. But her handling of this situation has crossed into dangerous territory. Public figures have a responsibility to manage disputes with integrity, especially when their platforms can mobilize large groups of people.
Many have advised Anie to take legal action and resolve this matter through the courts. By doing so, she could reclaim what she’s lost and move forward without the distractions and risks of social media. This approach would also protect her reputation and ensure that justice is served fairly.
Instead, her reliance on public opinion has prolonged the conflict, hurt her credibility, and overshadowed her talent.
Another Public Note From Anie
Sheila Georges Withaker, I’ve taken all the patience I have as a person. When I think back to 2016, when you decided to stop working with me, all the pain and anguish that collaboration brought, all the mental and physical abuse I endured in that collaboration, I was the first person to agree in 2018 when you told me you no longer wanted to work with me. I also remember how you showed your claws to destroy me as a person and an artist. I agreed to humble myself, to drink the bitter cup, just to save my career. But let me remind you that 2025 is not 2018.
Since December 2023, I’ve told you we can no longer work together. You demanded $100,000 just so I could breathe freely away from you. I sat down with the Oyè Oyè team, and they decided to give you $50,000 to leave me alone. You agreed, took half of the money, and then decided not to return anything for them to give you the other half.
One thing I’ve realized about you is how incredibly cruel you are. It’s not the money you’re interested in—it’s your obsession with destroying me. But let me remind you: you cannot destroy something you never created.
I joined Zile Band to save my career and avoid conflict with you. I left you with my name, everything I worked hard to build, my sweat and sacrifices. And today, you have the audacity to pirate my account and steal the music meant for the kids, releasing it even before its official debut? You made it clear that you won’t let me be.
Well, let me tell you something—starting today, I’m not afraid of you, and I’ll never fear you. I will never give you power over my life or destiny. Since you’ve done this with this music, no problem—I’ll lay everything out in public. I’ll wait for your lawyers to let this issue blow up once and for all.
And from this point forward, my life is in your hands and your family’s hands.
MY LIFE IS IN YOUR HANDS.
Anie needs to step back and reassess her approach. If she truly believes she has been wronged, the best way forward is through legal channels. She also needs to reconsider the advice she’s receiving from her team. If her current strategy is being guided by her advisors, then they are doing her a disservice.
The court of public opinion may be loud, but it is not fair or reliable. Anie risks losing not only her case but also her fans’ trust if it turns out that her claims are exaggerated or baseless. By handling this matter professionally and privately, she can protect herself, her career, and her legacy.
It’s time to leave the drama behind and focus on what matters: her music, her talent, and her future.
