Fireboy DML, the Nigerian singer, has once again emphasized that his music style does not fall under the category of Afrobeats. However, he proudly stated that his music always reflects his roots and identity.
During his appearance on the ‘B And N’ episode of the Amazon Music podcast, the talented artist expressed his unique approach to music, stating, “I don’t make Afrobeats.
I blend different elements together. Whether it’s R&B or pop, you can always hear the Yoruba influence in my music, which distinguishes it from American or British music.”
Fireboy believes that Nigerian artists should capitalize on their newfound global recognition and work towards establishing a solid foundation for the music industry in their home country.
Fireboy DML, the renowned Nigerian singer, recently reiterated that his music style is not categorized as Afrobeats.
However, he emphasized that his music always reflects his cultural heritage and personal identity.
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During his appearance on the ‘B And N’ episode of the Amazon Music podcast, Fireboy explained, “I’ve always maintained that I don’t create Afrobeats. I incorporate various elements into my music.
Even when I explore R&B or pop, the Yoruba influence is always present, distinguishing it from American or British music.”
The talented artist believes that Nigerian musicians should seize the opportunity of their growing global recognition and focus on building a solid structure for the domestic music industry.
Fireboy also expressed his concern for the future sustainability of the genre and emphasized the need for long-term planning and development.
