No Inspiration From The Legend? Burna Boy Reveals Surprising Truth About Fela’s Music

Nigerian Afro-fusion star, Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy, has opened up about the role of Fela Kuti’s music in shaping his artistic journey.

During a conversation with tennis legend Roger Federer, the Grammy-winning singer revealed that he grew up surrounded by Fela’s music, courtesy of his grandfather, who introduced him to the late icon’s entire discography.

Burna Boy, however, clarified that while many expect him to single out a particular Fela album as his ultimate source of inspiration, none directly inspired him in that way. Instead, he described Fela’s legacy as a timeless influence woven into his artistry rather than tied to one record.

He said:

“I got all Fela albums from my granddad, so every Fela album is a good album… Honestly, none [inspired me]. I promise you. Well, Fela was a big influence on me.”

Meanwhile, media personality Enioluwa Adeoluwa has reacted to the recent flooding in Lagos, noting that it proves wealth and prime housing do not guarantee comfort.

In a social media post, he lamented that even after people work hard to acquire homes in highbrow areas, heavy rainfall still leaves them stranded indoors as floodwaters overwhelm their surroundings.

He wrote:

“In this part of the world, money doesn’t guarantee comfort. You hustle hard, buy a house in what’s called a prime location, yet the moment it rains, you’re trapped indoors because everywhere outside is flooded.”