Nigerian Afrobeats star Omah Lay has shared a piece of advice for up-and-coming musicians aiming for success in the industry.
Taking to his X (formerly Twitter) account, the ‘Soso’ hitmaker urged emerging artists to study and emulate his journey if they want to accelerate their rise in music.
“Dear new generation, study and copy me, you will reach there quick,” Omah Lay wrote.
The Port Harcourt-born artist has previously stated his confidence in leading the new wave of Afrobeats, claiming he has created a unique sound that will shape the future of the genre.
Omah Lay, born Stanley Omah Didia, has earned critical acclaim for blending deep emotions with infectious melodies, making him a standout figure among Nigeria’s new school of Afrobeats stars.
DEAR NEW GENERATION, STUDY AND COPY ME YOU WILL REACH THERE QUICK☀️🕊️
— SSIAH (@Omah_Lay) July 13, 2025
His comment has sparked debate online, with fans and critics weighing in on whether copying a successful artist is the right path or if originality should take precedence.
Despite the mixed reactions, many fans praised Omah Lay for his confidence and willingness to guide the next generation of talent.
