Tag: Burna Boy

Burna Boy has responded on Instagram after facing backlash for comments he made while addressing a viral incident involving a sleeping couple at one of his concerts. The singer had earlier stated that no one is obligated to be his fan, a remark that sparked criticism across social media. In a lengthy response, he took time to clarify his stance while also expressing frustration over what he described as a long-running agenda against him. “I understand the agenda against me and I came to terms with it a long time ago so my skin is bulletproof at this point. I wasn’t gunna address this but… if you make the pilot uncomfortable in a plane you bought a ticket for, you will be deboarded or arrested as soon as you land, you pay school fees but you will be kicked out of class if you make it uncomfortable for the teacher to do his job,” he wrote. He stressed that his performances demand full emotional and physical commitment, noting that even fans battling serious health challenges manage to stay engaged throughout his shows. “My shows have people who have beaten Cancer or overcame something very serious e.t.c and none of them have ever slept lol. I leave my soul on every stage I get on even if it’s only 10 people in attendance and I will gladly be cancelled if we are now in a world where you can treat me like a stripper, slap my ass and tell me to keep dancing cuz you throw $100 at me.” According to him, his earlier comment was taken out of context because he had actually been joking privately with his band. He accused critics of twisting the narrative into claims that he doesn’t appreciate his supporters. “Btw I was joking around with my band about some thing else. Not necessarily this situation and y’all have spun it as usual saying ‘Burna boy doesn’t love his fans’. If you hate me so much either Kill me or leave me alone.” Burna Boy also spoke on dealing with personal struggles away from the spotlight, insisting he never seeks sympathy online. “I’m fighting my own battles and I never come out here to look for pity or help. I Love who loves me and respect who respects me. Free Sudan, Free Congo, Free Nigeria.” He acknowledged the possibility of being wrong in the situation but maintained that his reaction felt justified. “I Sincerely Apologise if I’m wrong, I’m not always right but I feel right about this. Anyway I’m just Human so fuck me.” The Grammy winner lamented how positive stories about him rarely receive attention compared to moments where critics feel he has misstepped. “They never post any of the good I do in this world but they go wild and viral when they feel I’ve finally ‘fucked up’. I’ve seen people who NEVER even acknowledged my existence before now posting how ‘This is Not cool’ or writing think pieces on me now. Astagfirullah.” His response has continued to generate mixed reactions, with fans and observers debating both his explanation and the larger issue of celebrity expectations versus fan behaviour.