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‘Afrobeats artistes have substance,’ Joeboy replies Burna Boy
In a recent episode of the Zero Conditions podcast, Joeboy expressed his belief that all artists possess substance, which varies based on individual connections with audiences.


Nigerian musician Joseph Akinfenwa Donus, professionally known as Joeboy, has responded to Burna Boy’s comment regarding the substance of Afrobeats artists.
In a recent episode of the Zero Conditions podcast, Joeboy expressed his belief that all artists possess substance, which varies based on individual connections with audiences.
When asked about Burna Boy’s controversial statement, Joeboy affirmed that he believes everyone has substance. He explained that the perception of substance might depend on factors such as the song’s tempo or language used.
Joeboy emphasized that artists have distinct language preferences in their songwriting and should be encouraged to freely express themselves. He defended Afrobeats by asserting that any creation from thin air holds inherent substance.
Burna Boy’s earlier comment came during an interview with Apple Music presenter Zane Lowe before releasing his album “I Told Them.”
Burna Boy described Afrobeats as lacking substance and mainly focused on providing entertainment. His statement triggered diverse reactions from fans and music enthusiasts, with some agreeing and others criticizing him for undermining a genre that contributed to his global success.
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