Renowned Nigerian artist, Baba Fryo, shared his thoughts on Burna Boy’s unconventional nature in the music industry, noting that despite his alleged “crazy” persona, Burna Boy maintains a sense of order.
During an episode of the ‘Hoha’ podcast, Baba Fryo praised Burna Boy for consistently acknowledging his sources of inspiration in his work.
On the other hand, he criticized Ruger for emulating his eyepatch style without giving credit and also called out Bella Shmurda for sampling his song without proper recognition.
Reflecting on the lack of acknowledgment, Baba Fryo expressed disappointment, particularly with Ruger’s justification for adopting his eyepatch style without seeking permission.
Discussing Burna Boy, Baba Fryo defended the artist against the perception of being “crazy,” citing an instance where Burna Boy referenced Baba Fryo’s ‘Denge Pose’ in his song, showcasing respect for the older artist’s work.
Furthermore, Baba Fryo highlighted the importance of artists acknowledging and seeking permission from the creators they draw inspiration from, emphasizing his positive experience with Adekunle Gold’s team when they approached him for permission to sample his song.