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African China Slams New-Age Afrobeats for Lacking Substance

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African China Slams New-Age Afrobeats for Lacking Substance

June 21, 2025
By Hannatu Ibe

Veteran Nigerian singer African China isn’t holding back when it comes to the current state of Afrobeats. Known for his socially conscious hits like Mr. President, he recently voiced concern over the growing trend of feel-good music lacking meaningful messages.

African China, who has used his platform for years to call out injustice, believes music should do more than entertain. He described his creative process as spiritual, saying that the topics for his songs come naturally and often reflect the struggles around him.

Looking back on his own work, he admits Nigeria hasn’t progressed in the way he hoped. He said the problems he sang about decades ago still exist—perhaps even worse now. Yet despite these challenges, today’s music rarely addresses them.

In a statement that’s stirring reactions, the singer said, “They don’t even do up to two percent of what they ought to do. As far as I’m concerned, they are so selfish that they only come to protest to promote their songs about alcohol, sex and drugs.”

He acknowledges that a few influencers still raise awareness online, but in his view, most artists are focused solely on fame and fortune.

Though he’s never considered going into politics, African China says if given the opportunity, he would urge leaders to revisit and amend the 1999 constitution in a way that truly benefits the people.

For him, music remains a powerful tool that outlives the artist. Even if entertainers fade away, their message can echo for generations. And that’s exactly the kind of legacy he wants to leave behind.

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