It's not clear who or what ticked off the Nigerian musician after he took some time out to do a question and answer session with fans on Twitter. Questions on him sampling songs by iconic Nigerian musician Fela Kuti got his back up. He also had words with fans who accused him of "arrogance" and seemed to deride another musician, Reekado Banks, who joined the session to challenge Burna to a music fest.
Nigeria: Burna Boy Mocks Nigerian Youth
Premium Times, 8 April 2020
Outspoken Nigerian musician, Burna Boy, on Wednesday mocked Nigerian youth saying they deserve the crop of leaders they currently have. Read more »
Nigeria: Burna Boy Premieres New Single 'Level Up' On Instagram
Daily Trust, 1 April 2020
Nigerian Afro-pop star and Grammy Award nominee, Burna Boy has delivered a freestyle version of what could be his next single, 'Level Up.' Read more »
The popular singer said that his accounts will only share information on music and upcoming shows. This comes after fans called the singer out for using his handles to shade other artists over music deals and streaming.
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When it comes to Michelle Obama's workouts, she only plays the hits! The former First Lady shared the go-to songs she listens to when she's working on her fitness and Burna Boy's hit track, 'My Money, My Baby' is part of the 36-song playlist. Obama says that she wanted to give people "a little inspiration" now that "It's about that time when New Year's goals and resolutions get just a bit harder to stick to."
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