Gbenga Adebayo
Grammy-winning Afrobeats icon Burna Boy has stirred fresh debate after emphatically stating that he crafts every lyric of his songs himself, dismissing industry norms of collaborative songwriting.
During a candid Twitch conversation with content creator Plaqueboymax, the African Giant revealed his artistic process, describing music as an intimate channel for genuine self-expression rather than a manufactured product.
While acknowledging the widespread practice of ghostwriting in global music hubs like Los Angeles, he expressed disappointment at seeing this model gain traction among Nigerian artists.
His comments have triggered social media reactions, with users resurfacing past allegations from writers including Ceeza Milli and Peruzzi, who claimed involvement in crafting chart-toppers like “Dangote” and “On the Low.”
Though Burna Boy previously admitted to Peruzzi’s minor contribution on a single track in 2020, he maintains an uncompromising stance regarding authorship of his expansive catalog.
Watch the full exchange below:
BREAKING: Burna Boy addresses songwriting controversy in explosive interview
The Afrofusion superstar doubled down on his creative independence during a no-holds-barred Twitch session, challenging industry norms about collaborative songwriting in African music.
Full clip: pic.twitter.com/qM5VJLi81o
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