Afro Music
Joeboy criticizes Burna Boy, stating that every artist has meaningful content.
Renowned for his melodious tunes and captivating performances, Joseph Akinwale, affectionately known in the music sphere as Joeboy, has emerged as a vocal advocate asserting that each Afrobeats artist possesses a meaningful essence, countering the assertion made by Burna Boy. As the anticipation builds for the unveiling of his seventh studio album, the illustrious Grammy-winning vocalist engaged in a candid dialogue with Apple Music’s Zane Lowe. Within this enlightening conversation, Burna Boy illuminated his perspective, lamenting that a considerable portion of Nigerian musicians, encompassing the genre of Afrobeats, often craft music that encapsulates ephemeral pleasures without delving into substantive themes.
Burna Boy expounded, emphasizing, “Ninety Nigerian musicians find themselves distanced from genuine life experiences, thereby contributing to the superficial nature of their music, aptly classified as Afrobeats or African music. Regrettably, this genre, often celebrated for its exuberance, frequently meanders through themes of insignificance, essentially entailing nothing of profound import.”
The aftermath of Burna Boy’s discourse resonated throughout the digital corridors of social media, eliciting fervent discussions and impassioned exchanges among netizens grappling with the notions articulated.
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However, Joeboy steps forth with a contrasting perspective, articulating that every artist’s work holds intrinsic value contingent on its resonance with their distinct audience. He ardently asserts that the very act of creating art, regardless of its thematic locus, inherently encapsulates substance. The artiste extraordinaire expounded on this viewpoint during an engaging conversation on the esteemed “Zero Conditions” podcast.
In the discourse, Joeboy passionately expounds, “I firmly believe that each artist weaves their own unique tapestry of substance, intrinsically tied to the audience they attract. It’s an intricate dance of relatability. Sometimes, a high-tempo composition engineered to induce dance can be misjudged as lacking depth. Similarly, language plays a role—perceptions can sway based on whether an artist crafts lyrics in English or Pidgin.”
The artist reflects on the sometimes paradoxical perceptions perpetuated within the realm of music enthusiasts, sharing, “I’ve encountered instances where individuals assume a heightened reverence for an artist who composes in unadorned English, as if linguistic simplicity automatically bestows the crown of the ‘ultimate songwriter.’ Conversely, when an artist employs Pidgin, there’s an inclination to view it as mere ‘lamba,’ or colloquial jargon. However, I contend that both approaches retain the power to forge connections.”
Joeboy concludes with an air of conviction, “I recognize the inherent diversity of musical preferences; not every auditory experience resonates with every individual. Yet, I ardently attest that anyone capable of conjuring art seemingly from the ether inherently births substance. It’s an alchemical process wherein intangible ideas and emotions meld to form a resonant whole—a testament to the multifaceted nature of creativity.”
In a world where music serves as a kaleidoscope of perspectives, emotions, and experiences, Joeboy’s viewpoint resounds as a powerful reminder that the intangible essence of creativity defies rigid definitions and exists as a profound testimony to the boundless scope of human expression.
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“Shatta Wale Reveals Reason Behind Beef with Burna Boy:Somebody Told Him I Had an Affair with His Girlfriend’
Shatta Wale, a well-known Ghanaian singer, recently shed light on the reason behind his feud with Afrobeats star Burna Boy.
In an interview, Shatta Wale disclosed that he and the Grammy Award-winning artist used to be close friends before their relationship soured.
According to Shatta Wale, the rift between them began when one of his associates informed Burna Boy that Shatta Wale had been involved with his girlfriend. Shatta Wale expressed disappointment that Burna Boy didn’t approach him directly about the issue, considering their friendship, but instead chose to discuss it with others.
Shatta Wale’s perspective on the matter is summarized in his statement: “Burna Boy heard from one of my guys that I sacked that I slept with his girlfriend. You see he is my G, him for call me.”
Reactions poured in from fans and observers:
- officialwizshine1 emphasized leaving Burna Boy alone, citing his success and dismissing negative talk.
- fntasy_ii humorously noted Burna Boy’s effortless trendiness and the tendency for every celebrity to speak out on their issues.
- orch.terry jokingly commented on Burna Boy’s ability to focus on his music despite the gossip surrounding him.
- power_gp7 highlighted the envy directed towards Burna Boy, likening it to the inconsistency of electricity supply in Nigeria.
The video of Shatta Wale discussing the matter was also shared for viewers to watch.
“Portable Urges Nigerian Artists to Prioritize Afrobeats Over Amapiano After Grammy Outcome”
In response to South African singer Tyla’s Grammy win over Nigerian artists like Burna Boy and Davido, controversial artiste Habeeb Okikiola, known as Portable, advises Nigerian musicians to focus on promoting Afrobeats instead of Amapiano. Portable emphasized the importance of valuing Nigeria’s genre and suggested that sticking to Afrobeats would enhance Nigeria’s chances of winning international awards. He referenced the evolution of music styles, mentioning the prevalence of shaku shaku before the emergence of Amapiano. Portable asserted that Amapiano belongs to South Africans and cautioned that pursuing it wouldn’t lead Nigerians to Grammy success.
Some comments from social media users:
@lappoosky: “Even when Tyla won the award, they still played a Fela song.”
@Macy_Macy0: “After South Africa and Nigeria play, then we’ll decide this one.”
@Mahasmaan: “Brother, unlike Nigerians, South Africans don’t try to claim or imitate Afrobeats, we consume them raw. Nigerians are suffering from main character syndrome, you wouldn’t stand watching an SA genre shine!”
Here are some additional comments:
@HappinessUgboma: “It’s true what Portable said. We don’t value our Afrobeats, yet we want to use it to win a Grammy. It’s impossible. But when we use our own, it will go a long way and stand tall.”
@MaziLeeTweets: “I’ve been suggesting this: let’s leave Amapiano to them and focus on our Afrobeats. Nigerian producers should return to the drawing board and create fresh, distinctive sounds. I have confidence in SARS on this matter.”
@Sami011y: “The funny part is Amapiano isn’t the popular genre in SA. House music is more popular than Amapiano. Amapiano was just a smoke screen to generate attention for SA music! West Africans must stick to our Afrobeats because we sound very funny doing Amapiano!”
“Let’s promote Afrobeats and leave Amapiano for South Africans”
— BASITO (@itzbasito) February 5, 2024
– Portable
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Tacha recently revealed, “If it wasn’t for the fact that Beyoncé is Beyoncé, I would place Burna Boy above Beyoncé, because nobody performs better than Burna Boy.”
Anita Natacha Akide, widely known as Symply Tacha, a reality TV star, media personality, and entrepreneur, recently compared the stage performance of Nigerian musician Burna Boy to that of international artist Beyoncé and others.
In a social media post, she remarked, “If it wasn’t that Beyoncé is Beyoncé, I really would place Burna Boy above Beyoncé, because nobody performs better than Burna Boy.” Tacha’s statement attracted attention, with some individuals expressing agreement for the first time with her views.
In the video, Tacha lauds Burna Boy’s stage presence over Beyoncé’s, emphasizing his international stature and discouraging comparisons with Nigerian artists.
Her remarks sparked reactions, with comments such as:
@og_laviish: “The only thing this girl has ever said that makes sense in her life, swear.”
@Seyi_theVibez: “Her first win ever, damn, is her sense coming back???”
@quin_yara: “First sensible talk by Tacha.”
If it wasn’t that Beyoncé is Beyoncé, I really would place Burna Boy above Beyoncé, because nobody performs better than Burna Boy.” — Tacha.
— BIG 7 RECORDS (@Big7Record) February 7, 2024
This has to be first time I will actually agree to something tacha said😤. pic.twitter.com/zyD69NBrQq
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