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Tems Defines Afrobeats as Escapism in Response to Buju Banton’s Criticism
Nigerian Grammy Award-winning singer Temilade Openiyi, widely known as Tems, has shared her perspective on the role of Afrobeats, describing the genre as a form of escapism.
She emphasized that, in Nigeria, Afrobeats serves as an outlet for people to escape the often harsh realities of life rather than being a tool for addressing societal issues.
Tems made this statement in response to recent criticism from Jamaican reggae icon Buju Banton, who voiced his opinion during a podcast episode of “Shopping The Sneakers.”
Banton had argued that Afrobeats lacks depth and predicted that the genre would eventually lose its relevance.
In response, Tems expressed understanding of Banton’s viewpoint, explaining that while reggae and Afrobeats are distinct in their messages and purposes, Afrobeats in Nigeria is specifically designed to offer listeners a temporary break from their daily struggles.
She clarified, “Reggae isn’t the same as Afrobeats. In Nigeria, the function of Afrobeats is to provide an escape – that’s its main purpose.”
The singer’s comments highlight the differences between musical genres and their cultural significance, noting that while some genres may focus on societal commentary, others, like Afrobeats, aim to uplift and entertain audiences during difficult times.
Nigerian singer BNXN has made a claim online that has generated mixed reactions. The singer stated that living in Lagos is more expensive than living in Los Angeles, drawing from his personal experience in the United States.
Speaking about life abroad, BNXN explained that there are fewer financial obligations and requests for money compared to Nigeria, where people are often expected to support relatives and acquaintances.
“I was telling someone, since I got to the United States, I haven’t seen one egbon adugbo asking me to press money. Lagos is too expensive abeg. Lagos is more expensive than LA (Los Angeles),” BNXN stated.
It can be recalled that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed charges against Blessing CEO over an alleged ₦13 million fraud case.
The case is reportedly linked to claims that the influencer obtained ₦13 million through an alleged cancer-related fundraising scheme.
It can also be recalled that Blessing CEO previously claimed she was battling Stage 4 breast cancer, a revelation that drew sympathy from many people and reportedly led to financial support from members of the public.
While investigations are still ongoing, the influencer remains innocent until proven guilty by a court of law.
Nigerian fashion designer Veekee James celebrated her 31st birthday and shared pictures on social media with her daughter.
The influencer spoke about how her life has changed and described motherhood as the greatest gift she has received.
“A year older, but the greatest gift isn’t the age… It’s the title I earned this year: MOTHER! This birthday hits differently because my heart now beats outside my body.”
“Before this year, birthdays were about me. Now, they’re a reminder of the little soul who made me a mom and changed my life forever.”
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