Highlife singer, Flavour has weighed in on the controversy sparked by Jamaican reggae icon, Buju Banton’s criticism of Afrobeats music.
Banton had described Afrobeats as “f*ckery” and lacking substance, sparking a heated debate.
In an interview on the ‘In My Opinion’ podcast, Flavour agreed with Banton’s assessment, stating that Afrobeats lacks depth, attributing this to what he described as the laziness of some artists in the genre.
He suggested that today’s artists prioritise vibes over meaningful content and that Banton’s comments may be a call to action to elevate the genre.
“I understand what Buju Banton is trying to say. Kids of today [present crop of afrobeats artistes] don’t want stress; they just want to vibe.
“Maybe Buju Banton is trying to awaken our spirit,” he said.
