The conversation around Billboard’s list of the Top 50 Best Afrobeats Songs of All Time has taken a dramatic turn. One of the genre’s most iconic and eccentric figures, Terry G, has voiced his displeasure.
The list has been praised for honoring classics like 2Face’s number-one hit African Queen. Still, it has also stirred controversy. For Terry G, the problem lies in the complete omission of his timeless hits.
Songs such as Akpako Master, Free Madness, and Run Mad were all left out. For an artist whose sound defined an era of Nigerian music, the snub was simply too much to ignore.
In a fiery reaction, the self-acclaimed “Akpako Master” took to social media. Responding to a post about the list, he wrote, “TERRY G robbed.” His short but powerful statement quickly sparked debate online.
Fans remain divided. Many argue that Terry G’s madcap style shaped Afrobeats and deserves recognition. Others believe his songs, while massive hits, lack the timeless, cross-generational pull of tracks like African Queen.
This controversy proves one thing: in Afrobeats, everyone has an opinion. Lists like this are never free from drama. So the big question is—should Free Madness be ranked among the greatest Afrobeats songs of all time?
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