A heated controversy has erupted in the music industry, pitting Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti against music producer SamKlef, with the two engaging in a bitter dispute.
Not too long ago SamKlef fired back on social media after Seun Kuti reportedly dismissed him in an interview, saying he wasn’t familiar with SamKlef.“Who is SamKlef” – Seun Kuti expresses confusion on music producer Samklef’s identity.
SamKlef responded with a scathing post, ridiculing Seun Kuti and suggesting that he has failed to live up to his legendary father Fela Kuti’s musical legacy, implying that Seun Kuti’s talent and impact pale in comparison.
SamKlef launched a harsh critique, labeling Seun Kuti’s songs as subpar and suggesting that his live performances are only salvaged by the skill of his backup dancers and instrumentalists, who compensate for Kuti’s alleged lack of artistic ability.
SamKlef made a pointed remark that without the prestige of his legendary father Fela Kuti’s name, Seun Kuti’s music career lacks notable or impactful songs, implying that his success relies heavily on his family legacy rather than his own artistic merit.
Remember that, Seun Kuti’s dismissive comment in an interview with Bae_U, stating he wasn’t familiar with SamKlef, seemingly struck a nerve, prompting the music producer to unleash a scathing response, fiercely defending his reputation and questioning Seun Kuti’s talent.
SamKlef has a history of high-profile feuds in the music industry, with Seun Kuti being just the latest in a string of celebrity adversaries he has publicly clashed with.
SamKlef previously had a public dispute with Davido, sparked by a widespread online rumor, showcasing his tendency to engage in contentious and highly publicized conflicts with prominent figures in the music industry.
SamKlef sparked controversy by celebrating a rumored snub of Davido by Burna Boy in Ghana, taking to social media to praise Burna Boy for allegedly standing firm and refusing to reconcile with Davido, further fueling the reported rift between the two music stars.