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Tems Defines Afrobeats as Escapism in Response to Buju Banton’s Criticism

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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.

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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.


 

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Davido Congratulates Trump on Win and Praises Kamala Harris Efforts After Election

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Afrobeats superstar, Davido, whose full name is David Adeleke, has extended his congratulations to former U.S. President Donald Trump following his re-election as the 47th President of the United States.

The singer took to his social media platform, X, to publicly acknowledge Trump’s victory, while also sending heartfelt words of support to Vice President Kamala Harris, who did not win the presidency this time around.

In his message, Davido commended Harris for her strength and accomplishments, referring to her as a “solid woman.”

He expressed that while the election did not go in her favor, she should hold her head high for all that she has achieved.

His words were a gesture of respect for her groundbreaking political career, particularly as the first woman, first Black woman, and first woman of South Asian descent to hold the office of Vice President.

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Davido’s message on social media read: “Congratulations 47th POTUS @realDonaldTrump.

But you @KamalaHarris should be proud! You did that! A solid woman.”

It was clear that the artist, known for his bold personality and influential social media presence, wanted to mention Harris’s resilience in the face of adversity.

What made the post even more significant was that Davido revealed that this election marked his first time ever voting in a U.S. presidential election.

Born in Atlanta, Georgia, the Nigerian singer has long held dual citizenship in the U.S. and Nigeria.

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However, the singer chose not to disclose which candidate he voted for, keeping his personal political views private.


 

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Adin Ross Wins $1.6 Million Dollars For Betting On Trump’s Win

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American Social Media Influencer, Adin Ross wins over $1.6 Million after his bet in Donald Trump winning the US Presidential Election.

The influencer reveals her dropped $1 million bet on Donald Trump before the Election Day. With Trump winning the election, the influencer has won 1.6 million dollars.

The influencer also once hosted Donald trump at one of his live sessions, the influencer also showed support for Donald Trump.


 

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Ruger Reveals Why His Shows Are Booked More Than His Colleagues

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Nigerian Artist, Ruger shares his thought on his fully booked shows more than that of his colleagues. He reveals that he does not just perform his songs but shows his personality to the crowd. He states that an artist can have a lot of hit songs but can still be clueless on the stage.

“Let me explain to you why I get booked so much. I don’t come on stage to sing (of which I know l’m so good at) I bring my whole fucking personality on stage it’s not a joke”.
“It’s not by having hit songs you can have a million hit songs and still be clueless on stage at a 200-capacity venue.”

This situation can also explain what Whitemoney meant when talking about Shallipopi’s success in music.


 

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