Nigerian artist Fireboy DML recently declared that Afrobeats has reached the same level of popularity as Hip-hop and R&B.
During a podcast with Noisey, the singer of the hit song ‘Peru’ discussed how Afrobeats represents more than just a genre, but also a culture and a powerful movement with a rich history.
Fireboy DML emphasized that his style of Afrobeats stands out as truly distinctive.
“I always say this, honesty is the soul of songwriting. It doesn’t have to be your story. It could be someone else’s story. It doesn’t matter. As long as it’s honest, when you put it out, someone somewhere is going to relate with it and that’s all that matters,” he said.
“That’s what I bring into my version of Afrobeats. Afrobeats is known for vibe, the energy and the rhythm. But I bring that intention, that songwriting feel. [I’m] Trying to put Afrobeats on the map. It’s just as big as Hip Hop & RnB if you let it. It’s a culture, it’s a movement. It has history. Now more than ever the world is paying attention.”
