The Nigerian music world was in turmoil during the recent Headies Awards 2023, where Rema won the prestigious title of “African Artist of the Year”. However, Rema’s victory came with a subtle tackle towards Burna Boy, who had previously criticized the Afrobeat music genre.

Burna Boy’s controversial statement

Burna Boy recently said that 90% of Afrobeat songs lack depth and substance, saying that the genre mainly focuses on creating a lively and enjoyable atmosphere.

This statement had sparked strong reactions in the music industry, as it called into question the quality and meaning of the genre that has conquered the world.

Rema recalls gender unity Afrobeat

During his speech of thanks to the Headies Awards, the young artist took the opportunity to respond subtly to Burna Boy. He pointed out that whatever label Burna Boy chose to give Afrobeat music, they would all come together at these prestigious awards shows.

This artist statement highlighted the unity of the genre, showing that despite occasional disagreements, Afrobeat artists continue to celebrate their music together.

“Whether it’s Afro Rave or Afro anything. We’re all going to play for the Afrobeat award,” said said the artist confidently emphasizing that music is first and foremost a form of artistic expression that brings artists and fans together regardless of their differences of opinion.

Ultimately, the 2023 Headies Awards were a momentous time for Remanot only as artist of the year, but also as a spokesperson for the unity and diversity that make the Afrobeat scene so rich.

Rema clashes Burna Boy at the 2023 Headies Awards

“Be it Afrorave,afro this,afro that,last last all of us go jam for afrobeat award”,Rema mapamina,all of una don hear🤣 pic.twitter.com/GR6rGZfVZS

— Jęthromīke007🌹😈 (@jjay00007) September 4, 2023

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