‘I Saved Afrobeats’ – Mr Eazi Claims

Nigerian singer Oluwatosin Ajibade, popularly known as Mr Eazi, has claimed that he played a major role in revitalising Afrobeats in 2016 and contributing to the genre’s eventual global recognition.

The singer made the claim during a recent interview with 3Music TV, where he boldly stated that he singlehandedly saved the genre in 2016.

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“I saved Afrobeats in 2016,” he said.

Mr Eazi, known for his hit song ‘Skin Tight’, explained that his entry into the music industry brought a fresh sound and renewed energy to Afrobeats.

The singer emerged as one of the notable breakthrough artistes in the Nigerian and African music scenes in 2016. His popularity grew through a series of hit songs, his laid-back vocal delivery and his distinctive fusion of musical styles.

His success that year also earned him the Next Rated award at the 2016 Headies Awards.

However, Mr Eazi was not the only emerging artiste making waves in Afrobeats at the time. Other singers, including Tekno, Runtown and Ycee, also enjoyed significant success across Africa and among international audiences with their hit songs.

His latest comments have reignited conversations about the artistes who contributed to Afrobeats’ growth and international recognition.