“Davido wouldn’t have a platform if not for Wizkid” – Samklef

• Nigerian music producer Samklef credits Wizkid for providing a platform for artists like Davido to thrive.
• Samklef emphasizes Wizkid’s influence in shaping the contemporary music scene.
• A video clip of Wizkid allegedly shading Davido on Twitter sparked Samklef’s sentiments.
• Samklef announces an upcoming podcast, promising to challenge industry norms.

Nigerian music producer, Samklef has lauded Grammy-winning singer Wizkid as a trailblazer whose influence has paved the way for fellow artists, notably Davido, and others to thrive in the music industry.

The music producer took to his Twitter page to share his perspective on Wizkid’s crucial role in shaping the Nigerian music landscape.

The producer highlighted that without Wizkid’s presence in the industry, artists like Davido would not have had the platform to achieve their current success.

The tweet was accompanied by a video clip capturing a moment where Wizkid, popularly known as Starboy, reportedly threw a subtle shade at Davido during an interaction with fans on the microblogging site.

This interaction seemingly fueled Samklef’s sentiments regarding the industry dynamics.

Additionally, Samklef took the opportunity to announce his upcoming podcast, teasing that it would break conventions in the industry.

He went on emphasize that Wizkid’s influence extends beyond individual artists, suggesting that the Starboy’s impact has inspired a generation of young musicians to pursue their musical aspirations.

In his words;

“The industry is not ready! If not for wizkid, the likes of davido wouldn’t have a platform. He is the reason why kids are doing music today. Samklef table podcast coming soon.” 

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The industry is not ready! If not for wizkid, the likes of davido wouldn’t have a platform. He is the reason why kids are doing music today. Samklef table podcast coming soon. pic.twitter.com/51l4880Xjy

— SAMKLEF NONI (@SAMKLEF) April 29, 2024

In similar news, Wizkid, one of Nigeria’s most prominent and influential music stars, recently set social media ablaze by cleverly referencing Colleague, Davido’s infamous viral video where he was seen in a vulnerable moment.

It would be recalled that, few weeks back, a video circulated widely showing Davido in a moment of intense emotion, tearfully pleading with someone.