But What Do I Know

On this episode, we break down some of the biggest conversations in Afrobeats right now.

From the Blaqbonez and Odumodu situation, to the rapid rise of CHANEL, BET nominations, and the debate around whether Nigerian artists should be more vocal about the state of the country. We also compare Asake’s M$NEY and Omah Lay’s Clarity of Mind, discuss Qing Madi’s latest EP, and look at the current trajectories of artists like CKay, FOLA, Boy Spyce, Kunmie, and Zerry DL.

A packed episode full of strong takes, music debates, and culture conversations.

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• Did Odumodu drop Motion Sickness to stop Blaqbonez’s momentum?
• Blaqbonez’s CHANEL became one of the biggest songs of the year in just days
• Should Nigerian artists speak up more about the state of the country?
• After Adekunle Gold, Seyi Vibez now turns his attention to attack Zlatan online
• Asake’s M$NEY is easier to revisit than Omah Lay’s Clarity of Mind
• BET nominations are in: Tems, Tyla, Burna, Wizkid and Asake lead the conversation
• Tiwa Savage looks like she’s searching for a hit song
• Is Kunmie the new face of Nigerian R&B?
• Does a FOLA feature still hit the way it did last year?
• The Uzama brothers need to drop the joint project already
• Odumodu’s Motion Sickness is great but sounds a lot like They Love Me
• Qing Madi’s new EP is loaded with quality and standout features
• Asake linking up with Uncle Waffles for tour makes perfect sense
• Boy Spyce gets more hate than his music deserves
• Victony’s Fresh is finally on the way after months of anticipation
• CKay’s music feels more watered down with every release
• There’s nothing exciting about Zerry DL’s music right now
• EEskay and Erigga’s joint project could be one to watch

On this episode, we’re joined by Kontent Sensei for a packed conversation covering some of the biggest talking points in the culture right now.

We debate the idea of removing someone from the Big 3, discuss the next generation Big 3 conversation involving Tems, Asake, Rema and Ayra Starr, and break down recent releases from Wizkid, DJ Tunez, BNXN & Sarz, Olamide, and more.

We also get into artist momentum, branding, scandals, rollout strategies, and the changing landscape of Afrobeats today.

• If one person had to leave the Big 3, it definitely can’t be Davido
• Tems, Asake, Rema & Ayra Starr, who misses out on the new Big 3?
• Seyi Vibez taking shots at Adekunle Gold caught people off guard
• Does Chike’s career take a hit from the recent scandal?
• Kizz Daniel planning two albums in 2026 sounds ambitious
• DJ Tunez & Wizkid’s State of Mind didn’t hit like people expected
• Does Wizkid need to start dropping singles without DJ Tunez?
• What’s actually Asake’s biggest song?
• The BNXN & Sarz tape is good, but the title promised more
• Rybeena might actually be bigger than TML Vibez right now
• Is TML Vibez underrated?
• Olamide’s Rock Me Gentle might be a rare miss
• Falz’s Omoge quietly picked up momentum on social media
• Stylized artist names make music harder to discover
• Adekunle Gold’s Fuji XTRA elevated the original concept
• Seyi Vibez’s Fuji Moto came and went too quickly
• Smur Lee’s Afghanistan album feels too one-dimensional
• BKAY EASTGAAD and Blaqbonez linking up was longoverdue

On this episode, we dive into some of the biggest conversations in Afrobeats right now.

We discuss the tension between DJ Tunez and Davido online, reactions to Asake’s M$NEY, and why Omah Lay still might have the best album released this year. We also get into Wizkid’s catalog, Zinoleesky leaving Marlian Music, BNXN & Sarz’s standout collaboration, and broader conversations around labels, fan culture, and artist runs.

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• DJ Tunez and Davido throwing subs at each other got people talking
• Asake’s M$NEY didn’t live up to the hype
• Omah Lay still has the best album released this year
• Made In Lagos might be Wizkid’s best album, but Superstar is his most iconic
• Zinoleesky leaving Marlian Music feels long overdue
• Nigerians weren’t feeling Fat Joe’s comments about Buju BNXN
• BACK OUTSIDE by BNXN and Sarz is one of the best songs of 2026
• Olamide is quietly on another crazy feature run
• Besides Davido, DMW just doesn’t hit like it used to
• Are we even getting the Headies this year?
• Qing Madi is having troubles with her old label
• GoodGirl LA and her label part ways
• Dremo was never really that big in Nigerian music
• Ice Prince’s new album is solid, but there are definitely skips
• Not every fanbase needs a name
• Angélique Kidjo’s new album shows how to make African music global
• Davido’s Top 10 songs

On this episode, we dive into some of the biggest conversations in the culture right now.

We talk Burna Boy’s recent situation with DJ Tunez, Omah Lay’s Clarity of Mind, and Blaqbonez’s creative rollout approach. We also get into Rema’s evolving sound, Ayra Starr’s direction, and why some artists might be losing audience attention.

Along the way, we break down standout performances, recent collaborations, and broader conversations around where Afrobeats is heading today.

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• Burna Boy allegedly attacked DJ Tunez, what really happened?
• Is Clarity of Mind already the best album in Omah Lay’s catalog?
• Zaylevelten might not even qualify for Rookie of the Year at the Headies
• Burna Boy already has two certified classic albums
• Blaqbonez turning diss vocals into a beat challenge is next level
• Rema’s new sound seems to be getting trippy, almost Juice WRLD-esque
• Ayra Starr’s “lamba” side might be better than her R&B bag
• Wande Coal’s Dearly is one of the best songs of 2026 so far
• Deto Black stood out on Spinall’s new track with Mavo
• Olamide sounded like 2015 Olamide on Adekunle Gold’s new track

• Ayra Starr’s new direction won’t stop her from dropping hits
• Qing Madi shows real versatility on her new track with Zinoleesky

• Boy Spyce still seems stuck between sounds and identity
• Fido’s new drop isn’t bad, people just don’t care anymore
• Elestee might have been dropped by Mavin, what happned there?
• Fally Ipupa and Wizkid should’ve dropped a collab years ago
• Taves, Azanti and Tay Iwar on one track would be a problem
• Elestee’s music still needs to level up
• Yemi Alade and Spyro’s collab felt corny and underwhelming
• The Machine Is Coming might actually be better than Industry Machine

• Women in Afrobeats still struggle with strong stage names
• You can still miss great songs in today’s oversaturated market

On this episode, we’re joined once again by Dark Phoenix, making her the first returning guest on the podcast. As a music video producer, she brings a unique perspective on both the creative and business side of the industry.

We dive into some of the biggest conversations right now — Tems vs Tyla, Asake’s upcoming run, Omah Lay’s Clarity of Mind, and the ongoing situation between Mr Eazi’s company and Bad Bunny. We also touch on emerging sounds, artist positioning, and how culture is shaping the direction of music.

• Is Tems a bigger artist than Tyla right now?
• Tyla is more likely to win over any African artist in a major U.S. award
• Asake might drop the best Afrobeats album in 2026
• Boy Alone was better than Love, Damini
• Is 2Baba the greatest songwriter in Nigerian music?
• P-Square vs 2Baba
• Ice Prince is an icon, but not a legend
• Omah Lay’s Clarity of Mind is solid, but not “best in 20 years” level
• Is Clarity of Mind just Omah Lay easing out of Keyqaad?
• WELCOME 2 THE VILLE might be better than YP & Azanti 2
• Boy Spyce tried a conscious lane, but it didn’t feel authentic
• Mr Eazi’s emPawa vs Bad Bunny
• Wizkid remains the most awarded African artist at the MOBOs
• The Homecoming lineup felt too niche, not for everyone
• Is it fair that people say Fola and Shoday make “lash tech” music?
• Shoday is getting bigger bags than Fola right now
• Shoday isn’t touching Kizz Daniel’s level yet

On this episode, we dive into some of the biggest conversations in the culture right now.

Was Mo’Cheddah ever bigger than Wizkid? We also talk Blaqbonez finally landing a hit again with Hustle Kpa, Asake’s rollout and recent interview, and whether his back-and-forth with Odumodu affected how his album was received.

We get into Qing Madi’s rise, Champz showing growth on his new EP, Crayon’s recent moves, and new music from Wizard Chan and Joeboy plus our picks for the top Nigerian female artists ever.

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• Was Mo’Cheddah ever bigger than Wizkid?
• Blaqbonez finally has a hit with Hustle Kpa
• Asake’s rollout ahead of his next album has been flawless
• Did the Blaqbonez vs Odumodu beef distract from his album?
• Qing Madi’s talent puts her among Nigeria’s best right now
• Crayon calling out Mavin without context raised eyebrows
• Champz is evolving quickly on his second EP, Young Poet
• Asake’s interview with Korty felt very intentional for his brand
• Crayon’s BAAMI felt corny and missed the mark
• Wizard Chan and Joeboy sound like a perfect match on their new project
• Rvssian, Rauw Alejandro & Wizkid’s Pongo is forgettable
• Top 5 Nigerian female artists right now

On this episode, we break down some of the biggest conversations in Afrobeats right now.

Is Asake already the king of the streaming era? Could Tems realistically win Best R&B at the Grammys? Is Ayra Starr making a real push into the U.S. market, and was Shallipopi’s last album mid?

We also get into Blaqbonez’s new direction, Omah Lay’s upcoming Clarity of Mind and many more.

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• Asake might be the king of the streaming era

• Tems could realistically win Best R&B at the Grammys

• Ayra Starr looks ready to break deeper into the U.S. market with Where Do We Go

• Shallipopi’s last album came and went with no real hits from it

• Should Shallipopi, Famous Pluto and Zerry DL just drop a joint album already?

• Blaqbonez tapping into the new-gen sound: Hustle Kpa might be a hit

• Omah Lay’s Clarity of Mind might be a concise, no-filler project

• Dope Caesar vs Skyla Tylaa - who’s the bigger DJ right now?

• Does Fola really sound monotonous, or is that exaggerated?

• The Best African Music Performance category could open the door for more Nigerian Grammy wins

• Tuffking might be the breakout artist of the year so far

• Mr P probably can’t deliver a no-skip album

• Top 5 predictions

On this episode, we dive into the biggest conversations in the culture right now.

We talk Billboard labeling Rema a one-hit wonder, the lingering tension between MI and Modenine, BNXN parting ways with his management, and whether Odumodu really out-rapped Modenine on If You Like Gym.

We also get into Ayra Starr’s possible new direction, Mavo gearing up for another run, Tems and Burna Boy continuing to dominate the charts, and why some artists might need a hit sooner rather than later.

• Billboard calling Rema a one-hit wonder is wild

• MI vs Modenine might never happen, but the tension feels real

• Modenine still claims he’s the best lyricist in Nigerian rap history

• MI has been catching a lot of stray shots lately, does he need to respond?

• Did Odumodu really out-rap Modenine on If You Like Gym?

• BNXN leaving his management could signal a major shift

• Mavo is sliding back to his pre-Escaladizzy sound for another run

• Ayra Starr might be moving into a new sonic direction

• Tems and Burna Boy still lead Nigerian artists on the Hot 100

• Qing Madi keeps dropping quality but still needs that big Nigerian hit

• Odumodu’s melodies are starting to feel predictable

• Does Ayo Maff need a hit right now to stay relevant?

• DJ Tunez might be the biggest Nigerian DJ at the moment

• Taves still hasn’t landed a proper hit

• SIRAHEEM is yet to drop anything truly solid

First episode since last December and we had to come back heavy.

We get into the Headies Rookie of the Year debate, whether Asake and Wizkid’s REAL EP changes anything, Omah Lay gearing up for Clarity of Mind, CKay’s repetitive sound, Phyno’s all-time rap status, Seun Kuti Vs Wizkid and the Man2Man challenge heating up.

It’s a packed return episode. Let’s get into it.

• Can Zaylevelten beat Famous Pluto for Rookie of the Year at the Headies?

• Does the REAL EP change anything about Asake's plans to drop M$NEY Album?

• Omah Lay looks ready to drop Clarity of Mind

• Is Phyno a top 5 Nigerian rapper of all time?

• Seun Kuti going at Wizkid for days felt unnecessary

• Can Dave and Tems' Raindance really win a Grammy next year?

• CKay keeps going back to the same hit formula

• Mr Eazi’s comeback feels closer than ever

• Ycee’s “Man2Man” challenge Vs Phenom

• Quincy 042 had one of the strongest Man2Man challenge entries

• Reekado Banks hasn’t had a hit in a while, but he’s still dropping quality

• Jeriq still doesn’t have that standout solo record

• Wizkid & Asake's Jogodo was an instant hit

• We still don’t believe the Wizkid–Asake joint project is actually dropping

• Wizkid taking shots at Davido’s camp was in bad taste

• Mavo is the hottest young Nigerian artist since Wizkid

• 2:02PM in London should win Rap Song of the Year beef aside

• Nigeria’s music scene is quietly shifting from albums to playlists

• Khaid’s brand identity feels all over the place

• Kizz Daniel’s recent music has started sounding too safe

• TML Vibez dropped three solid projects in 2025

• Shallipopi’s 22-track album was way too long

• Lojay’s album deserved far more recognition than it got

• Money Constant is a bigger song than Escaladizzy

• Qing Madi can’t execute the kind of records Teni pulls off

• A WGFT remix is coming, and it could take the song to another level

• It’s wild we still don’t have a Burna Boy and Skepta record