'One Dey Rule Charts, One Rule Conscience' - Charly Boy Weighs In On Wizkid vs Fela Kuti Comparison

Veteran entertainer and activist Charly Boy has weighed in on the ongoing social media clash between Grammy-winning singer Wizkid and Afrobeat star Seun Kuti over who wields greater influence in the music industry.

The dispute began after Wizkid made remarks suggesting his success surpasses that of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo Kuti.

Seun Kuti, the youngest son of Fela, responded sharply on social media, arguing that his father’s impact goes beyond fame or awards.

He stated that Fela’s music shaped political awareness and inspired people to question authority, a contribution he believes cannot be measured by modern pop success.

Charly Boy added his perspective, posting a reflective message online.

He compared Wizkid’s global fame and ability to entertain massive crowds with Fela’s fearless activism and revolutionary music.

According to him, while Wizkid brings joy and escape through his performances, Fela’s work challenged people to think deeply and confront societal issues.

He said that both artistes belong to different times and face different struggles.

While Wizkid dominates charts and shows, Fela influenced minds and inspired courage.

Charly Boy concluded by reminding fans that greatness is not measured by popularity alone, but by the impact one leaves on people’s hearts and minds.

He wrote: Wiz and Fela.

“Who Big Pass?”

Small boys go write/talk like small boys.

Elders go make you think.

Wizkid dey sing for crowd,

stadium full, light dey flash,

money dey talk, awards dey stack,

world dey shout: Starboy!

Fela no need spotlight,

him own be fire for chest,

kalakuta be him stage,

truth be him microphone.

Wizkid dey make dem dance,

make pain small, make joy flow,

Fela dey make dem think,

make fear run, make mind wake.

One dey rule charts,

one rule conscience.

One dey give sweet escape,

one dey give hard reality.

So who big pass?

Na who you dey measure am by.

If na fame and cruise — Wizkid.

If na fight and freedom — Fela.

But hear me well, my people:

River and fire no dey compete.

One cool your body,

one burn your chain.

Different time, different battle,

different kind of greatness.

No be who big pass…

Na who touch your soul pass. 🎶🔥

Na him Fada wan Know jare"

 

 

 

 

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