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Erigga sparks controversy with tweet on Afrobeats
Nigerian rapper Erigga stirred up controversy on social media with his recent blunt statement regarding Afrobeats.
The Mo Street Gan artist took to Twitter to proclaim, “Afrobeats is dead,” sparking a viral response among fans and igniting heated debates.
This assertion comes at a time when Afrobeats is experiencing a surge in popularity, with artists like Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Joeboy asserting their versatility and refusal to be confined to the traditional boundaries of the genre.
Erigga’s comment can be seen as either a critique of the current trajectory of Afrobeats or a forward-looking observation on its future evolution.
However, the response from fans has predominantly been negative, with many accusing Erigga of being out of touch, particularly given Afrobeats’ continued global dominance. The tweet has polarized social media, with some defending Erigga’s right to express his opinion while others condemn it as overly negative.
Erigga, also known as Erigga Paperboi Owoh, is a veteran of the Nigerian rap scene, renowned for his streetwise lyrics delivered in both English and Pidgin English. His hardcore flow and focus on social issues have earned him a dedicated following, particularly in his hometown of Port Harcourt.
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