As music lovers, we often assume that artists are always in love with their own creations. However, there have been instances where Nigerian artists have openly expressed their dislike for their own songs.
Whether it’s due to personal reasons, creative differences, or simply evolving tastes, these artists have shown that even they can be critical of their own work.
In this article, we will explore 10 Nigerian artists who have publicly admitted to hating their own songs.
1. Wizkid – “Azonto”
Wizkid, one of Nigeria’s biggest music stars, once revealed that he dislikes his hit song “Azonto.” Despite its popularity, Wizkid felt that the song didn’t showcase his true artistry and musical growth.
2. Davido – “Skelewu”
Davido, another prominent Nigerian artist, has openly expressed his dislike for his song “Skelewu.” He believed that the song was overhyped and didn’t meet his expectations in terms of lyrical content and overall quality.
3. Tiwa Savage – “Eminado”
Tiwa Savage, known for her powerful vocals, admitted that she wasn’t a fan of her song “Eminado.” Despite its commercial success, Tiwa felt that the song didn’t align with her musical vision and preferred to focus on other projects.
4. Burna Boy – “Soke”
Burna Boy, a highly acclaimed Nigerian artist, has been vocal about his dislike for his song “Soke.” He mentioned that the song didn’t resonate with him anymore and that he has evolved as an artist since its release.
5. Yemi Alade – “Johnny”
Yemi Alade’s breakout hit, “Johnny,” became a massive success both locally and internationally. However, she later admitted that she grew tired of performing the song and wanted to explore different musical styles.
6. Olamide – “Bobo”
Olamide, a popular Nigerian rapper, confessed that he disliked his song “Bobo” after its release. He felt that the song didn’t reflect his true artistry and wanted to experiment with different sounds.
7. Phyno – “Connect”
Phyno, known for his unique rap style, expressed his dislike for his song “Connect.” He believed that the song didn’t showcase his lyrical prowess and preferred to focus on other projects that aligned better with his musical goals.
8. Simi – “Jamb Question”
Simi, a talented singer-songwriter, admitted that she wasn’t a fan of her song “Jamb Question.” Despite its popularity, Simi felt that the song didn’t fully capture her artistic expression and preferred to explore different genres.
9. Patoranking – “Alubarika”
Patoranking, known for his reggae and dancehall-infused music, revealed that he disliked his song “Alubarika.” He felt that the song didn’t showcase his versatility as an artist and wanted to experiment with different sounds.
10. Mr Eazi – “Skin Tight”
Mr Eazi, a Nigerian artist known for his fusion of Afrobeats and Ghanaian highlife, expressed his dislike for his song “Skin Tight.” He mentioned that the song didn’t fully represent his artistry and preferred to focus on creating music that resonated more with his personal style.
It’s important to remember that artists’ tastes and preferences evolve over time, and what they may dislike now doesn’t diminish the impact their music has had on their fans. As listeners, we can appreciate their honesty and respect their growth as artists.
So, the next time you find yourself not liking a song from your favorite artist, remember that even they have songs they may not be fond of.
Article updated 1 week ago. Content is written and modified by multiple authors.
