Afrobeat star Burna Boy has explained the significance of his “OGs” in the music industry and shared his reflections from a previous Instagram Live session. The “Last Last” artist listed the veteran singers he respects, including Timaya, Wande Coal, D’Banj, 2Baba, Larry Gaga, and others, along with reasons for his choices.
In a subsequent video, the singer clarified that his Instagram Live ended before he could provide his conclusion. He emphasized that when he listed his OGs, he was referring to individuals who had personally impacted his life, not just musically.
Burna Boy concluded by stressing the importance of seeking information and knowledge from credible sources.
Reactions to Burna Boy’s statement
The Cake Guy said: “ID cabasa comments on life band dey pain am, e start to dey foam for mouth”
Kjlyrics said: “Na ID cabasa Dey give Burnaboy sleepless night like this”
EZTweets stated: “Respectfully, Burna Boy, but who decides who’s qualified? Music is subjective, and everyone’s journey and influences differ. Gatekeeping only stifles creativity and diversity in the industry.”
Lucky man said: “He is making sense..”
BIG 7 RECORDS said: “Normally na who dey for you be your OG, no be say person go from no where come out when you done dey successful then try to chop accolades for were e no work”
amazingboy said: “U don talk say no be og to u we don hear why explanation con plenty like this 😂”
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“When I listed the OGs, i mentioned artistes who impacted my life. My conclusion is we need to stop letting unqualified people be the go-to for knowledge”
– Burna Boy pic.twitter.com/1ODQehraWE
— OLAMIDE 🌸💖 (@Olamide0fficial) May 16, 2024