Renowned Nigerian singer and industry veteran, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba or 2Face, has bestowed high praise upon award-winning music sensation Burna Boy, lauding him as one of the greatest icons in the music industry.
Amid ongoing debates about the prominence of Burna Boy, Davido, and Wizkid, 2Baba shared his opinion, singling out Burna Boy for his exceptional contributions to music. In a heartfelt message, 2Baba commended Burna Boy for his hard work, undeniable talent, and significant impact on the global music scene, regardless of whether people love or hate him.
Call this my talk anything u like. This young man has worked, proven, and stamped himself as one of the greatest music icons. Hate him or love him. E no go change fact. Kudos to everyone that is part of making this fact happen. Oluwa Burnafide,” 2Baba expressed, giving due credit to Burna Boy and his support team.
Indeed, Burna Boy’s achievements speak volumes about his status as a music icon. As the first African artist to appear on the official cover of the Grammy Awards in 2024, Burna Boy has elevated Nigeria’s music industry onto the global stage.
Last year, Burna Boy captivated audiences worldwide with his electrifying performance at the UEFA Champions League final, cementing his reputation as a powerhouse performer.Additionally, Burna Boy made history by selling out a massive 80,000-capacity venue in London for his concert, demonstrating his immense popularity and drawing parallels with international music icons. He further solidified his status as a trailblazer by becoming the first African artist to perform at the Billboard Music Awards.
Joining 2Baba in acknowledging Burna Boy’s impact, fellow artist Terry G declared Burna Boy as larger than life, surpassing even Wizkid and Davido in both African and international acclaim. Terry G crowned Burna Boy as the king of the music scene, highlighting his unrivaled stature and influence.
