Nigerian singer Omah Lay has shared his thoughts on the structure of the Afrobeats industry, claiming it is largely split between supporters of Davido and Wizkid.
In a recent interview with The Fader, the “Soso” crooner described the music scene as divided along loyalty lines, noting that alignment with either camp often determines where artistes stand.
“The whole Nigerian Afrobeats scene is very separated. It’s like if you’re with Davido, you’re on one side; if you’re with Wizkid, you’re on the other,” he said.
Omah Lay also revealed that in 2024, he distanced himself from the genre’s leading figures — including Burna Boy — by unfollowing them on social media. According to him, the decision stemmed from his dissatisfaction with the direction they were taking the industry.
“Back in 2024, I actually unfollowed Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Davido. I felt like they started something with Afrobeats that we needed, but it was an old pattern,” he stated.
Speaking on his personal experience with Davido, Omah Lay said their collaboration on “With You” came together organically, adding that the process gave him a deeper appreciation for the singer.
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Prompt News reports he also suggested that Davido faces criticism partly due to his privileged upbringing, noting that the singer remains driven despite public perception.
According to him, the DMW boss has “nothing to prove to anybody,” highlighting his consistency and motivation as qualities that set him apart.
