2Face Criticizes Comparison Between Fela and Wizkid in Music Industry
Nigerian musician 2Face, also known as Innocent Idibia, has spoken out against the comparison between late Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti and contemporary singer Wizkid. This comes after Wizkid was claimed to be "bigger than Fela" by some fans, sparking outrage. 2Face emphasized that comparing Fela's legacy with Wizkid's career is unfair and disrespectful.
He highlighted the differences in eras, impacts, and unique contributions to Nigerian music, stating that such a comparison is both ridiculous and disrespectful to Fela's time. The criticism was in response to a snippet from an upcoming episode of the Mic Podcast where 2Face expressed his views on the matter.
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