The Nigerian music industry has grown dull, according to Stanley Omah Didia, better known online as Omah Lay, a well-known Afrobeats phenomenon.
On Snapchat, the “Soso” crooner made the announcement and promised to “spice up African music” with his next endeavors.
“The music business is so dull! In an apparent reference to a significant musical change in the works, he stated, “Spirit is coming to f**k up the continent in a bit.”
Days before, Slimcase, another Nigerian musician, expressed similar worries about the future of Afrobeats.
According to the vocalist of “Shaku Shaku,” the genre was becoming less exciting because well-known performers were releasing new songs all the time.
To restore anticipation, Afrobeats artists ought to put out fewer songs. Dropping so often is ruining the atmosphere,” Slimcase remarked.
It was stated that music reviewers have agreed with both performers, pointing out that Afrobeats’ widespread appeal has resulted in stylistic and acoustic repetition.
Afrobeats, Amapiano, and R&B fusions are being experimented with by emerging acts, suggesting that the genre may be nearing a transitional period. Omah Lay’s statement has still highlighted the necessity of reimagining one of Africa’s most significant cultural exports.
According to Nigerian musician Adekunle Gold, his family is the most significant part of his life.
Speaking on a recent NotJustOk podcast episode, he clarified that he wants to provide his daughter with a better life than the one he was given.
The “Orente” hitmaker emphasized that he should not be a failure spouse and father, but he can afford to be a failing musician.
He emphasized how important his wife Simi and daughter Adejare are to him.
The song “My Love Is The Same” was inspired by his resolve to be a better father to his daughter, he revealed.
The only thing I wanted to do was more for my own kid because I couldn’t afford to raise her in the same manner as I was raised. Surely it must be much better. This is the reason I’m working hard.
“My family serves as my center. I’m serious with my family. I can live with being a failed musician rather than a failure guy or father. I don’t think that’s negotiable,” he said.
