Joeboy Defends Wizkid’s Comments on Afrobeats: ‘Misunderstood, He’s Not Running Away
In the wake of Wizkid’s recent comments regarding Afrobeats, Joseph Akinwale, popularly known as Joeboy, has stepped forward to clarify the Grammy-winning artist’s stance, asserting that his remarks were misconstrued.
Wizkid faced criticism after publicly distancing himself from the Afrobeats label on social media, sparking a debate within the music community.
Addressing the controversy, Joeboy offered insights during the latest episode of the Big Friday Day Show with Tacha on Cool FM, Lagos. He emphasized that Wizkid’s decision to disassociate himself from the Afrobeats categorization stemmed from his diverse musical repertoire rather than a rejection of the genre itself.
“Wizkid’s statement is being misunderstood, he is not running away from Afrobeats. All we are saying is our identity is Afrobeats but please don’t box us because we can make other genres of music too,” Joeboy clarified, shedding light on the nuances of Wizkid’s intentions.
The acclaimed singer’s intervention seeks to dispel any misinterpretations surrounding Wizkid’s remarks, underlining the importance of recognizing artists’ versatility beyond conventional labels.
Amidst the ongoing discourse, Joeboy’s perspective serves as a reminder of the complexities inherent in artistic expression, urging listeners to approach Wizkid’s statements with a nuanced understanding of his creative journey.
