Yomi Fabiyi has written an open letter to Wizkid, following his downplaying of Fela Kuti’s legacy
Seun Kuti has criticized Wizkid’s fanbase accusing them of constantly dragging his late father’s name into online music debates.
Things escalated when Wizkid declared himself bigger than the late Afrobeat legend.
In an open letter to Wizkid, Yomi told him not to be tempted to erase Fela’s image he tattooed.
He wrote;
“Dear Wizzy,
Please don’t be tempted to erase Fela’s image you tattooed. Manage this storm very well, mate. You unarguably represent a revolution/history in Nigeria and Afrobeat music.
Yes, aside from the fact that Late Legend, Fela, enjoys pioneer status, he represents a revolution, and his impact is felt in giving voice to the voiceless, fighting corruption, making sacrifices, and, indeed, in the democracy we now enjoy. His music is a movement.
You have acknowledged and celebrated Fela more than millions of us have. For a musician of your status to have graced several Felabrations means you have ensured you sustain Fela’s legacy. For a global music legend like you to have him tattooed on your skin and for you to speak highly of him in a recent documentary, etc., we understand your genuine opinion, and the situation should have been handled better.
Continue celebrating Fela and walk the path of honour and peace. You are a BIG STAR, a living legend, and a national asset, and we hold Legendary Fela Anikulapo and Ayo Balogun in high esteem. I can’t trade you both for anything. I don’t compare because comparison proves nothing.
May you live long and fulfil more dreams. Greater you, Wizzy”.
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