Shaffy Bello just ignited a massive generational war, claiming modern pop stars equal Fela. She argued on the What I Know podcast with Korty EO that Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy hold equivalent legendary status to Afrobeat originator Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. This screen veteran pointed at their worldwide fame and deep pockets as proof they sit at that same table.
When pressed if current talent could match such historical weight, she insisted the Big Three achieved it through sheer influence. She even tossed Asake into the mix while listing those she believes attained peak greatness.
Bello measures this height strictly via international acclaim and financial domination rather than political struggle.
Seun Kuti despises this perspective and previously warned everyone against equating chart-toppers with his dad. He views such parallels as disrespectful because Fela fought oppression while these acts mainly chase streams.
When pressed if current talent could match such historical weight, she insisted the Big Three achieved it through sheer influence. She even tossed Asake into the mix while listing those she believes attained peak greatness.
Bello measures this height strictly via international acclaim and financial domination rather than political struggle.
Seun Kuti despises this perspective and previously warned everyone against equating chart-toppers with his dad. He views such parallels as disrespectful because Fela fought oppression while these acts mainly chase streams.
