Super Eagles star Ola Aina enters the Afrobeats debate as he ranks Burna Boy, Wizkid, Asake and Davido.
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The Super Eagles star has gone viral as he shared his ranking of his top four Afrobeats artists: Burna Boy, Asake, Davido, and Wizkid.
Aina ranks Burna Boy, Wizkid, Asake and Davido
The ranking by Aina quickly went viral, igniting debates among fans, music enthusiasts, and football followers alike, blending the worlds of sports and music.
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Aina, born in London to Nigerian parents, has long been a proud representative of Nigeria on the international football stage.
He switched his allegiance from England to Nigeria in 2017 and His connection to Nigerian culture extends beyond the pitch, as evidenced by his appreciation for the Afrobeats genre.
In the post, Aina’s ranking placed Burna Boy at the forefront, followed by Asake, Davido, and Wizkid.
The ranking stirred reactions on X, with some users praising Aina’s taste, while others questioned his inclusion of Davido.
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Aina’s choice also ties into his cultural identity and his role in bridging Nigerian and international audiences.
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While Aina did not provide detailed reasoning for his rankings in the post, the discussion it sparked offers a glimpse into the passionate debates surrounding Afrobeats and its leading figures.
Aina’s list is more than just a personal preference—it’s a reflection of Nigeria’s vibrant music landscape, where artists like Wizkid, Burna Boy, Asake, and Davido continue to shape the global perception of African music.