Burna Boy Names Fuji Icon Saheed Osupa As Music GOAT on Global Stage, Singer Reacts, Video Trends
- Burna Boy has again praised Saheed Osupa's musical prowess after his comment about the Fuji star in 2023
- The Grammy Award winner, while speaking with tennis legend Roger Federer, named Saheed Osupa as his GOAT singer
- Saheed Osupa also sent a message to Burna Boy about his future concerts, stirring reactions from fans and followers
Fuji singer Saheed Osupa has broken his silence after Afrobeats star Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy, named him his Greatest of All Time (GOAT) singer on an international show.
Burna Boy made this known while speaking about his music inspirations during a hangout with tennis legend Roger Federer in Zurich, Switzerland.
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In a candid chat centred around GOAT, Federer asked Burna Boy who he considered his GOAT singers.
The Nigerian singer replied,
“My GOAT singers are mostly Fuji artistes like the Fuji legend, Saheed Osupa.”
Federer, on his part, named Whitney Houston, Tina Turner, and Freddie Mercury as his all-time greats.
Recall that in 2023, Burna Boy, while explaining the vastness of Saheed Osupa to one of his crew, stated that the Fuji star was a ‘Yoruba Wutang’ and ‘Wutang Ibile.'
Saheed Osupa reacts to Burna Boy's comment
The Fuji star, in a reaction, described Burna Boy’s heartfelt tribute as a monumental moment that celebrated the soul of Fuji music and its timeless influence.
According to Osupa, it shone a brilliant light on Nigeria's cultural heritage, bridging generations and genres worldwide.
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"I am profoundly grateful for this powerful acknowledgment from a true Afropop titan, the African Giant himself, of whom I am also a great fan. Together, we are redefining African music legacy and inspiring the world with authentic, vibrant sounds.
To Oluwa Burna and every music lover embracing our story - thank you for believing in the magic of Fuji. Thank you for believing in Africa’s ingenious creativity," Osupa said.
Osupa added that he looked forward to attending one of Burna Boy's upcoming concerts to appreciate his talents and reciprocate the genuine love and affection.
The video of Burna Boy speaking about Saheed Osupa and the Fuji star's response:
Saheed Osupa's fans hail Burna Boy
Legit.ng compiled some of the reactions. Read them below:
iam_koloflow reacted:
"Awww Too Legendary to be hidden."
1dimplemelanin said:
"ODG has actually mentioned it before now that he listens and draws inspiration from KSO …. Forever a KSO fan I stan and Restan."
mykelteeboy commented:
"Is there any argument again... Take am play first... Olufimo Oba Orin for a reason."
ademola_majesty said:
"Not once or twice has he praised OBA ORIN. Real always recognises real. E file fun Burna."
easylane44 commented:
"Don’t worry sir they haven’t still know your value yet!! it is where you are at your 80s they will know who you really are!! let them continue competition. You have already worked what will be making the citizen of Nigeria. Remember you when you are no more. My king."
Burna Boy has a lot of respect for Saheed Osupa. Below are some of the times he honoured the fuji singer.
Osupa withdraws case against Portable
Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that Saheed Osupa's management announced that the legal action against singer Portable had been legally halted.
According to Osupa’s team, the objective was not personal but to establish a precedent that would discourage disruptive behaviour.
They also mentioned that a couple of prominent individuals weighed in on Osupa’s legal battle with Portable.
Proofreading by James Ojo, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
