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Grammy-winning artist, Damini Ogulu, widely known as Burna Boy, shared his observations regarding common traits among users of the Elon Musk X app (formerly Twitter).

He said he was surprised to find out that the so-called “madness” was not unique to the Nigerian X community but seemed to be a widespread phenomenon.

According to him, after travelling to various countries, including Kenya, South Africa, and the United States of America, he realised that this X app “madness” was a global issue.

Burna Boy didn’t mince words in expressing his displeasure with the users of the X app, condemning the toxic behaviour and negativity prevalent on the micro-blogging platform.

Speaking quite frankly in an interview, ‘Odogwu’ noted: “I don’t like people on Twitter. I used to think it was just Nigerians on Twitter that were just mad. Then, I went to Kenya, I saw that it’s the same thing. I went to South Africa, I saw it was the same thing.”

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Highlighting that nature of the American X space, citing the country’s rapper Lil Durk’s rap group, the OTP (Only the Family); the “Love Damini” creator added: “Then I went to America! Americans have their own group. If you go, you’ll see that all of them are tagged.

“You know how Lil’ Durk has his OTF. OTF that one…OTF this one, that’s how Twitter mad people in America have their own.

“You’ll see, this person something, NBA or BBA something…you’ll see something. It’s a worldwide pandemic and phenomenon.”

Self-styled ‘sonic’ artiste, Olawale Ibrahim Ashimi aka Brymo, has launched a barrage of attacks at Afro-fusion artiste, Burna Boy.

While discussing his contract with Chocolate City which he termed ‘null and void’, Brymo was obliged to comment on the supposed tussle between Burna Boy and Rema regarding their disagreement on certain aspects of Afrobeats.

Burna Boy had made some disparaging remarks about Afrobeats in an interview, claiming it lacked substance among others.

His comments later sparked debates for days from several quarters including some of his colleagues.

On the other hand, Rema in a departure from the stance of Burna, acknowledged the pivotal role of Afrobeats in nurturing sub-genres of music.

During his acceptance speech at the 16th Headies Award, the ‘Calm Down’ global hit maker recognised that Afrobeats accorded him the platform to soar in his musical career.

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He added that regardless of the sub-genres of Nigerian music any artistes decide to do; they would ultimately gather collectively at the Afrobeats Awards.

When asked to address the conflicting opinions about Burna and other artiste, Brymo also described the former as corrupt, extremely fake, cheap and a sampler of songs as well as slogans.

He wondered how such a person with all the stated vile features could ever be considered for a Grammy award.

Brymo said: “I saw a video where he (Burna Boy) was saying that he was Jesus of Afrobeats and he put Davido and Wizkid on some other mountains.”

 “I think he’s sleazy, he’s cheap, he’s a thief. Very unoriginal, very fake. Every song is a sample or stolen slogan. I don’t know, who does that? I mean who awards you Grammys for that?”

Popular Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu aka Burna Boy has called for the cancellation of his highly anticipated South Africa concert.

The concert was slated for September 23, at the FNB stadium in Johannesburg.

Speaking on the development in a statement by his management on Tuesday, September 20, Burna Boy said the concert was called off following the promoters’ inability to meet their obligations.

While apologising to his fans, the management assured that all tickets would be refunded.

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He said: “Sadly, it is with great regret that we must inform you that despite my team’s effort, the show on September 23rd, in Johannesburg will be canceled over the inability of the promoters to fulfill their contractual, production, financial and technical obligations.

“Production vendors have still not been paid and as such, it is evident at this point that the agreed production standard needed for this venue size can’t be achieved.

“Deepest apologies to all fans, all ticketing companies must ensure that it is refunded in full. Looking forward to seeing you all soon.”

Grammy-winning acts, Wizkid and Burna Boy have squashed speculations that they are at odds after they both recently attended a Burberry event in London and posed for some shots.

The two famous Afrobeats songsters attended the star-studded Burberry Fashion Week show in the UK on Monday, September 18, spotting the latest Burberry collection.

The attendees walked a dark green carpet that led into a large marquee, featuring a green, light yellow, and white check design in Highbury Fields, North London.

Big Wiz and Odogwu could be seen in the front row with other VIP attendees including Arsenal and England footballer Bukayo Saka and so many others

Also in attendance were Burna Boy’s manager in the person of his mom and two sisters. While Wiz sat right next to Burna’s mom, there was an individual in between Wiz and Burna.

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In another clip shared on X, the duo stood to pose for pictures and placed their arms on each other’s shoulders as they readied for the shot.

Though this would be their first meeting after two years, nonetheless, it dispels claims that they are feuding, which have been going around since they stopped hanging out together as frequently as they formerly did.

Renowned American rapper and record producer, Diddy, has reminisced on workIng with Grammy-award singer Burna Boy on his just-released fifth studio album titled: ‘The Love Album: Off the Grid.’

Diddy said he is blessed to have worked with Burna Boy, who he described as an “incredible talent.”

He said they developed their friendship during the COVID-19 lockdown, stressing that he executively produced Burna Boy’s Grammy-winning album, ‘Twice As Tall.’

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On his X handle, he wrote: “I’ve been blessed to work with incredible talent on this album. Me and my brother @BurnaBoy.

“We developed a brotherhood during quarantine. I Executive Produced his Grammy Award winning album Twice As Tall.

“I was telling him about how much I missed Kim. I played him some music and this is what he sang to it…”

Blogger Ameyaw Debrah narrated his first encounter with Grammy-winning singer, Burna Boy. 

The scenario took place in Durban some years back during the MTV awards show.

According to him, he shared the same elevator with the megastar who was on his usual blunt, offered to take the roll from him and dump it outside as he thought someone was joining them in the elevator.

However, Burna Boy who thought Ameyaw was asking for the roll said “I would have given it to you bruh but sorry it’s my last one”.

The blogger said: “My first personal encounter with Burna Boy was some years back in Durban when I was heading to the airport after MTV Awards. We went from the same floor of the hotel into the elevator as I made my way to checkout.

“I said hi and he responded. He had a ‘joint’ in his hands that was almost out. suddenly the doors of the elevator was about to open so I thought someone was joining us.

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“I offered to collect his joint from him (with the intention putting it out so I throw it away since I was heading out). I thought I was protecting him from letting the person who was joining the elevator see him with it. it turned out he was rather getting out on that floor.

“He then said “I would have given it to you bruh but sorry it’s my last one”…thinking I wanted to collect the joint to smoke it,” he wrote.

It seems Burna Boy didn’t get the intention of Ameyaw asking for the roll as he thought he wanted to take a few puff with it.

Sensational musician Onyekachukwu Mba (aka Don Lamba) has narrated how Grammy Award winner Burna Boy, and Olamide influenced his decision to venture into music.

  Don Lamba, who hails from Nkanu community, Enugu State, said Burna Boy’s music usually reflected reality, adding that people could easily connect to his messages.

  “Burna Boy’s style of music influenced me to always do music that can resonate with people. It also influenced me to sign talented artists who understand the importance of doing music that connects to people and makes them have an exhilarating experience,” he said.

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  The music act,  also commenting on the strides achieved by top-notch musicians, including Wizkid, Davido, Olamide, Kizz Daniel, and fast-rising acts like Asake, Seyi Vibes, said he started his career as a choirmaster and band leader in his hometown church.

Multi award-winning singer Burna Boy has hinted on a possible break from music.

Burna Boy earlier shared his sentiment on his Instagram story, stating that he is contemplating taking a break from music due to a lucrative contract offer he recently received, drawing inspiration from billionaire Barbadian-American singer Rihanna‘s sabbatical.

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Burna Boy indicated that the substantial contract he’s been presented with is a test of his passion for music.

“With the numbers I’m seeing on this contract, these next years of my life are about to really show if I really love doing music.

“God must really want to test my love for music. I just might bounce on y’all like Rihanna,” he said.