Nigerian singer Bella Shmurda has expressed his belief that Olamide, a fellow artist, is the only internationally recognized artist who continues to support African music awards.
In a recent interview, Bella Shmurda emphasized the importance of respecting Afrobeat and criticized international artists who have lost touch with their African roots.
He encouraged artists to show more appreciation for African music awards, regardless of any Grammy recognition they may have received.
Bella Shmurda praised Olamide, the YBNL boss, as the only Nigerian artist who has achieved international success and remains committed to supporting music awards in Africa.
See video below;
“Olamide is the only top artiste that is successful internationally and still supporting African music awards"
– Bella Shmurda
pic.twitter.com/JyJQAEhFVP— OLAMIDE 🌸💖 (@Olamide0fficial) April 2, 2024
See reactions below;
BIG 7 RECORDS said: “Successful internationally is a reach sha😤”
Hushbillions noted: “Olamide never stops supporting the culture, he’s the goat of Nigeria and Africa music industry 🐐❤️”
Ajibola wrote: “He’s saying the truth. Nobody have come closer”
mudassir said: “@BellaShmurda go check the meaning of international before you come and say olamide is successfully international even in naija sef is not successful una dey mad o”
juju gambler penned: “When wizkid no clear una songs na to come gba discredit all him Dey do for African music”
REAL ONE wrote: “Which international success does olamide have please, I want to see something”
