Afrobeats singer Seun Kuti has slammed Wizkid\u2019s fans, telling them to stop bringing his late father Fela Kuti\u2019s name into music debates.<\/p>\n
Kuti, on Instagram live, called out their behavior as disrespectful and ignorant, saying they\u2019re trying to claim modern musicians as \u201cnew Fela\u201d despite not understanding his legacy.<\/p>\n
\u201cKeep Fela\u2019s name out of your (Wizkid FC) mouths. Why must you find a way to bring Fela always into your discussions?<\/p>\n
\u201cYou try to steal the man. You try to claim that this your artiste is the new Fela. Then, when you people saw that you couldn\u2019t wear those pants, that the shoes were too big to fill, you now turn around.<\/p>\n
\u201cIf your lack of respect came from a place of defiance, I would respect it. But your lack of respect comes from a place of ignorance. Complete ignorance,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Kuti criticised the fans for fueling unnecessary rivalry in the music industry and urged them to focus on appreciating music instead of provoking conflict.<\/p>\n
He questioned why they can\u2019t enjoy an artist\u2019s work without comparisons, stating their behavior reflects dissatisfaction rather than genuine passion.<\/p>\n
\u201cYou know why you cannot enjoy your artiste\u2019s music without comparing it to something else? Because the music does not fulfill your spirits. That\u2019s why you people look for extra drama always around the art,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
The singer emphasised that impactful art should inspire reflection and calm, not social media battles.<\/p>\n
He warned Wizkid\u2019s fans to leave his father\u2019s name out of fan wars, saying Fela\u2019s legacy deserves respect.<\/p>\n
Seun Kuti recalled previous clashes with Wizkid\u2019s fans, stating he won\u2019t back down and his father\u2019s name should be excluded from fan conflicts.<\/p>\n
He emphasised Fela\u2019s legacy is non-negotiable, stressing his family\u2019s efforts to promote music through Felabration.<\/p>\n
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