CKay, the renowned singer, has voiced his frustration with some of his peers who initially mocked my music when he introduced his unique interpretation of Afrobeats, only to later adopt a similar approach themselves.
The artist, best known for the hit song ‘Love Nwantiti,’ asserted that he has been a trailblazer for numerous sounds that contemporary Afrobeats musicians now embrace. He reflected on his early efforts to promote my music on TikTok, during which he faced ridicule. Ironically, many of those who once laughed at him have since begun to emulate his style.
On his X handle, the singer wrote: “History can’t be rewritten just because some people got paid to rewrite it… I’ll always be here to remind you. CKay is the first. I pioneered many vibes Afrobeats artists thrive off today… iykyk. Y’all laughed when I came up with emo-afrobeat and was on TikTok all day, but many are now doing the same thing, calling it ridiculous names (& making $$). You’re welcome, sha.”
See some comments below:
@AfroBeatsFan:
“They laughed at **my music** back then, but now they’re all jumping on the bandwagon. CKay is truly ahead of his time!”
@NaijaVibes:
“CKay’s journey shows that believing in **my music** pays off in the end. Now everyone’s following his lead.”
In Other Related News: CKay Launches Boyfriend Music Limited
Nigerian singer and producer CKay officially launched a new music venture, Boyfriend Music Limited, yesterday. This groundbreaking music management and publishing company aims to support and empower artists, songwriters, and producers by addressing the challenges they face in collecting royalties and managing their careers.
CKay’s new venture comes at a time when his own music career has reached new heights. The artist made history with his 2019 hit song, “Love Nwantiti,” which has now surpassed an incredible 2 billion streams on Spotify. This achievement marks the first time an African song has reached this milestone across all its versions, including five remixes and one acoustic rendition.
Boyfriend Music Limited will offer a comprehensive range of services, including legal support, royalty collection, and publishing services, designed to maximize the earnings of its clients. CKay’s initiative aims to revolutionize how artists and creatives are compensated, focusing on transparency and fairness to ensure they are rewarded for their talent and effort.
CKay’s commitment to reshaping the music industry is evident in his new company, which seeks to provide a more equitable structure for artists, particularly in Africa. As CKay continues to rise as a prominent figure in Afrobeats with his “emo-Afrobeat” style, his new label, Boyfriend Music Limited, could play a significant role in shaping the future of the genre and supporting the next generation of artists.
