Singer Yemi Alade has criticized her fellow artists for undermining the significance of the Afrobeat genre in their musical evolution.
She encouraged those who wish to distance themselves from the genre to discreetly create their own.
On her X platform, Yemi mentioned that while it’s acceptable for artists to inform their followers about the genres they explore, it is hypocritical to overlook the role Afrobeat has played in every musician’s growth.
She also faulted Nigerians for backing artists who demean themselves online rather than addressing the government about the pressing issues facing the country.
She wrote: “I don’t see anything wrong in informing your listeners of the genre of music an artist makes especially when you feel it doesn’t define your art.
“Just announce your Genre in peace. Downplaying the role Afrobeats has played in every artist’s development is hypocrisy. Electricity Tariff& Fuel are at a 400% increase. Naira to $ is dancing alanta.
“The weather is unbearably hot. People are busy being wicked to 2each other with daily increases in prices. Salaries have not been increased. Afrobeat artists are making the mess& you’re picking sides instead of facing your government.”