Nigerian singer, Jaywon has publicly criticized his colleague, Burna Boy’s assertion that no one paved the way for him in the music industry.
During an interview that surfaced online today, Wednesday, February 27, 2024, Jaywon labeled Burna Boy’s claim as absurd and incorrect, emphasizing the importance of recognizing those who have influenced and inspired an artist’s journey.
Jaywon clarified that Burna Boy’s statement implied a lack of inspiration from predecessors rather than a literal absence of trailblazers in the industry. He argued against the notion that there is a distinction between being inspired by someone and having someone pave the way, emphasizing the interconnectedness of artistic influence and mentorship in the industry.
The singer highlighted an example of Burna Boy receiving a 30BG chain from Afrobeat artist, Davido, describing it as a significant contribution to Burna Boy’s career trajectory.
Jaywon concluded by emphasizing the importance of artists acknowledging and crediting those who came before them, emphasizing that doing so does not diminish their own accomplishments.
“It is madness for Burna Boy to say no one paved the way for him. It’s a wrong thing to say, the next generation will do the same to him”
– Jaywon
pic.twitter.com/pnLlMWNGNo— OLAMIDE 🌸💖 (@Olamide0fficial) February 28, 2024
