The Nigerian music business is witnessing a heated trade between two of its artists, Odumodublvck and the veteran Jaywon.
The drama started when Jaywon, thought-about an “OG” within the scene, seemingly downplayed Odumodublvck’s achievements, suggesting that he paved the way in which for youthful artists like him.
Odumodublvck, evidently not taking kindly to those remarks, fired again in a sequence of social media posts. He questioned Jaywon’s judgment, which had claimed Odumodu’s music wasn’t all that, Odumodublvck then mentioned that by Jaywon’s metric, his music wasn’t superior and that true respect is not earned solely based mostly on seniority however by his actions. He additional said that criticizing him was a typical tactic employed by established artists when confronted with the success of youthful generations.
YOU LIKE ME.
BUT YOU SAY MY MUSIC IS NOT ALL THAT.
OG NO BE BY AGE. NA BY DOINGS AND COORDINATION.
WHEN THEY CANNOT DO WHAT YOU DID THEY START TO BELITTLE IT.
MR JAYWON IF MY MUSIC IS NOT ALL THAT.
THEN YOUR MUSIC IS NOTHING.
BROS. YOU NO BE MY OG.
NA ME. OD TALK AM.…
— INDUSTRY MACHINE (@Odumodublvck_) February 28, 2024
Jaywon responded by calling Odumodublvck conceited and reiterating his stance on the standard of his music. He suggested Odumodublvck to be humble and hearken to constructive criticism, suggesting that even his supporters know the “reality” about his music.
He mentioned, “So far as I’m involved, odumodu is simply as conceited as the remainder of them, and all people is aware of the music isn’t all that however you realize, I respect your hustle nonetheless bro…… maintain crying! The folks supporting you too know the reality. No be all the things be gra gra. Generally calm right down to hearken to small advise.”
This social media spat has sparked discussions amongst followers and business observers, with opinions divided. Some facet with Odumodublvck, believing that established artists ought to be extra supportive of up-and-coming skills. Others defend Jaywon, arguing that his feedback had been meant to be constructive criticism and that Odumodublvck’s response was disrespectful.