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He’s slowly going astray, his facial tattoos makes him ugly – Daniel Regha blasts Asake over new look
Nigerian social media critic Daniel Regha has shared his thoughts on award-winning artist Asake’s new appearance, particularly his recent facial tattoos.
On January 12, 2025, Asake, whose real name is Ahmed Ololade, sparked debate on his social media when he unveiled his new facial tattoos while teasing his upcoming single “Why Love.”
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His bold new look, which includes eye-catching tattoos and a neatly styled haircut, has drawn comparisons to American rapper Kodak Black. Known for his signature dreadlocks and subtle tattoos, the 29-year-old singer’s transformation has caught the attention of fans and critics alike.
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The timing of Asake’s new look comes shortly after rumors about his departure from Olamide’s record label, YBNL, adding further fuel to discussions surrounding his image and career.
While many fans praised Asake for his bold decision, others expressed criticism, including Regha, who voiced concern about the tattoos’ impact on the artist’s appearance. On his X page, Regha wrote:
“Asake’s new facial tattoos are incredibly ugly and aren’t marketable. This may be an attempt to enhance his ‘bad guy’ image for showbiz, but it makes him look sickly. The tattoos might end up being a regrettable decision. He’s slowly going astray.”
Regha’s comments have ignited further debate online, with fans divided over Asake’s new aesthetic and the possible influence of his showbiz persona.
Asake new facial tattoos are incredibly ug!y, & !sn’t marketable. This may be a way to up his b@d guy image for the sake of showbiz, but it makes him looks s!ckly. The tattoos might end up being a regrettab’e decision. He’s slowly going astray.
— Daniel Regha (@DanielRegha) January 12, 2025