Baba Fryo blasts Wizkid for claiming he's bigger than Fela Kuti
Veteran musician Baba Fryo has called out Wizkid for disrespecting Fela Kuti's legacy after Wizkid claimed on Instagram he's "bigger than Fela." The feud started when Seun Kuti, Fela's son, criticized Wizkid's fans for comparing the contemporary artist to his father, calling it "an insult to Fela's legacy." Wizkid fired back, posting: "I'm Big Wiz, everyday bigger than your papa!! Wetin u one do, fool?" and mocking Seun Kuti.
Baba Fryo expressed dismay on social media, saying he's ashamed of this "Gen Zero sense." He emphasized Fela was a "great musician, a multi-instrumentalist, a revolutionist" who remained relevant for over 30 years until his death. He compared the situation to Jamaica, where "an artiste would never do such to Bob Marley."
The dispute has reignited debates about respecting music legends and generational divides. Fans and critics are taking sides, with many backing Baba Fryo's view that Fela's legacy deserves reverence. This follows recent clashes where Fela's daughter, Motunrayo Kuti, also criticized Wizkid for similar claims.
Does this reveal a generational gap in understanding music history, or is it simply about artists defending their family's legacy?