Naira Marley, a Nigerian singer, is back in the spotlight.
This time, he is encountering criticism for what are allegedly offensive lyrics in a forthcoming Zinoleesky song.
The fact that it falls on the one-year anniversary of his previous artist Mohbad’s untimely death only serves to intensify the issue.
Nigerian music icon Azeez Fashola, popularly referred to as Naira Marley, is back in the spotlight.
This time, he is encountering criticism for what are allegedly offensive lyrics in a forthcoming Zinoleesky song.
The fact that it falls on the one-year anniversary of his previous artist Mohbad’s untimely death only serves to intensify the issue. Fans are agitated after screen grabs of Naira’s lyrics went viral on social media.
“Leave that opp boy in a casket” is one of the startling lines that has drawn notice. This has prompted many to wonder if Mohbad is the direct target.
The song further escalates the matter by mentioning Sam Larry, Naira Marley’s problematic companion.
The screenshots quickly went viral, and comments flooded the internet. Commenters debated if Naira’s remarks were a deliberate jab at the deceased Mohbad or only a sad accident.
Take a look at the remarks below:
After Mohbad’s untimely demise, Naira Marley and his partner Sam Larry came under heavy criticism. Numerous Nigerians asserted that they were responsible for the early demise of the 27-year-old artist.
The reaction was swift and harsh; angry fans badly damaged Naira Marley’s reputation.
