Seun Kuti Calls Wizkid Greatest Artiste, Urges Fans To Leave Fela’s Name Out Of Comparisons
Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has addressed recent debates in which some Wizkid fans invoked his late father, Fela Anikulapo‑Kuti, to measure the Nigerian superstar’s success.
In a video shared online, Seun praised Wizkid, saying, “Wizkid is the greatest artist in the world; I can say Wizkid is the greatest artist of all time.” But he questioned why his father’s name continues to be brought into comparisons. “If you want Wizkid to be great, he’s the greatest. Leave my father out of the conversation,” he said.
Seun stressed that Fela’s legacy is unparalleled and should not be used to diminish other artists. He noted that globally, fans don’t compare contemporary stars to legends like Bob Marley, Hugh Masekela, or Aretha Franklin, yet in Nigeria, Fela’s name is repeatedly pulled into debates.
Highlighting his family’s humility, Seun said, “We don’t cross our lane or claim our father is above everyone. But somehow, there’s always a reason to drag him down.”
The musician’s comments have reignited conversations online about respecting Fela’s legacy while celebrating the achievements of modern Nigerian artists like Wizkid.
