But What Do I Know

Culture Check is our deep dive into the current state of Afrobeats. On this edition, we explore some of the biggest shifts in the culture, from artists teasing songs for too long and the rise of AI in music, to the growing influence of sampling and why many listeners keep returning to older records instead of new releases. We also discuss the resurgence of veteran artists and what it says about wh...

On this episode, we break down some of the hottest topics in the culture. From the conversation around Naira Marley’s public perception, to Burna Boy and Shakira’s World Cup anthem, AI’s growing role in music, and Omah Lay’s Clarity of Mind era. We also discuss Ayra Starr’s latest releases, Victony’s FRE$H , the future of artists like Fave, Qing Madi, and Taves, and whether Afrobeats marketing is...

On this episode, we break down some of the biggest conversations in Afrobeats right now. From the Blaqbonez and Odumodu situation, to the rapid rise of CHANEL , BET nominations, and the debate around whether Nigerian artists should be more vocal about the state of the country. We also compare Asake’s M$NEY and Omah Lay’s Clarity of Mind , discuss Qing Madi’s latest EP, and look at the current traj...

On this episode, we’re joined by Kontent Sensei for a packed conversation covering some of the biggest talking points in the culture right now. We debate the idea of removing someone from the Big 3, discuss the next generation Big 3 conversation involving Tems, Asake, Rema and Ayra Starr, and break down recent releases from Wizkid, DJ Tunez, BNXN & Sarz, Olamide, and more. We also get into art...

On this episode, we dive into some of the biggest conversations in Afrobeats right now. We discuss the tension between DJ Tunez and Davido online, reactions to Asake’s M$NEY , and why Omah Lay still might have the best album released this year. We also get into Wizkid’s catalog, Zinoleesky leaving Marlian Music, BNXN & Sarz’s standout collaboration, and broader conversations around labels, fan...

On this episode, we dive into some of the biggest conversations in the culture right now. We talk Burna Boy’s recent situation with DJ Tunez, Omah Lay’s Clarity of Mind , and Blaqbonez’s creative rollout approach. We also get into Rema’s evolving sound, Ayra Starr’s direction, and why some artists might be losing audience attention. Along the way, we break down standout performances, recent collab...

On this episode, we’re joined once again by Dark Phoenix , making her the first returning guest on the podcast. As a music video producer, she brings a unique perspective on both the creative and business side of the industry. We dive into some of the biggest conversations right now — Tems vs Tyla, Asake’s upcoming run, Omah Lay’s Clarity of Mind , and the ongoing situation between Mr Eazi’s compa...

On this episode, we dive into some of the biggest conversations in the culture right now. Was Mo’Cheddah ever bigger than Wizkid? We also talk Blaqbonez finally landing a hit again with Hustle Kpa , Asake’s rollout and recent interview, and whether his back-and-forth with Odumodu affected how his album was received. We get into Qing Madi’s rise, Champz showing growth on his new EP, Crayon’s recent...

On this episode, we break down some of the biggest conversations in Afrobeats right now. Is Asake already the king of the streaming era? Could Tems realistically win Best R&B at the Grammys? Is Ayra Starr making a real push into the U.S. market, and was Shallipopi’s last album mid? We also get into Blaqbonez’s new direction, Omah Lay’s upcoming Clarity of Mind and many more. Tap in! Asake migh...

On this episode, we dive into the biggest conversations in the culture right now. We talk Billboard labeling Rema a one-hit wonder, the lingering tension between MI and Modenine, BNXN parting ways with his management, and whether Odumodu really out-rapped Modenine on If You Like Gym . We also get into Ayra Starr’s possible new direction, Mavo gearing up for another run, Tems and Burna Boy continui...

First episode since last December and we had to come back heavy. We get into the Headies Rookie of the Year debate, whether Asake and Wizkid’s REAL EP changes anything, Omah Lay gearing up for Clarity of Mind, CKay’s repetitive sound, Phyno’s all-time rap status, Seun Kuti Vs Wizkid and the Man2Man challenge heating up. It’s a packed return episode. Let’s get into it. Can Zaylevelten beat Famous P...

We still don’t believe the Wizkid–Asake joint project is actually dropping Wizkid taking shots at Davido’s camp was in bad taste Mavo is the hottest young Nigerian artist since Wizkid 2:02PM in London should win Rap Song of the Year beef aside Nigeria’s music scene is quietly shifting from albums to playlists Khaid’s brand identity feels all over the place Kizz Daniel’s recent music has started so...

On this episode, we’re joined by Dark Phoenix, the music video producer behind massive visuals like Phyno & Burna Boy’s Do I? , Chike & Mohbad’s Egwu , Wizard Chan’s Fountain , and a long list of Yemi Alade's videos. We break down everything happening in the scene right now: Burna Boy makes great music but continues to disrespect his fans Burna Boy cancels two shows amid media backlash...

A-Q is ready to go at Jesse Jagz Has Davido’s 5IVE tour been a wake-up call for Nigerian artists? Mavo currently has the two biggest songs in Nigeria With You is the biggest song in Nigeria this year Asake shutting down the Red Bull Symphony Orchestra was massive Moliiy’s Shake It to the Max is the biggest Grammy snub Seyi Vibez doesn't need French Montana on the Pressure remix Badshah & D...

Yung Miami says Tyla’s Chanel ripped off her unreleased song she played for her Tyla is having an incredible 2025 run Davido doing a Nigerian tour is a big win for the culture MAVO’s verse on CKay’s Body might be weak, but the song will still pop Blaqbonez’s No Excuses is easily a top 5 album this year There’s too much music dropping to truly appreciate the good ones, in another era, they’d probab...

On the latest But What Do I Know episode, Jojo is back and the hosts discuss a range of topics from Jojo's apparent 'beef' with Adekunle Gold to the albums that dropped. Catch it all here Odumodu takes more shots at Blaqbonez, will there be a response? Did TML Vibez really betray Seyi Vibez? Davido might have a new hit on the way for December Is the Oblee remix with Wizkid coming too l...

On this episode, we’re joined by Emaxee , co-founder of Notesphere. He shares why the platform was created and his plans for a collective of artists expected to release some of the most exciting music later this year. We also cover the big conversations shaping Afrobeats today, from Odumodu’s claim as Nigeria’s top rapper , to Burna Boy’s run with the best albums amongst the Big 3 , Adekunle Gold’...

On the latest episode, we're joined by a special guest, Ella who is an event planner/styler but also a "music girlie", Here's a range of topics we debated on. A-Q and MI beef could turn into a rap civil war Asake’s MONEY might be a surprise drop Tiwa Savage is no longer top 3 among Afrobeats women FOLA is leading the race for Next Rated DJ Tunez, FOLA & Wizkid’s One Condition...

We have Jojo back on the latest episode of But What Do I Know and we discuss a host of hot topics in Afrobeats. Listen and share #BWDIK Omah Lay accuses Rema of stealing from him Did fans spark the Burna Boy–Wizkid fallout? Odumodu shows he can really rap Is Magixx struggling to deliver a hit? Seyi Vibez at TBS was a big moment but his performance was underwhelming Blaqbonez deserves more credit f...

MI Abaga and A-Q beef might be brewing Kaestyle calls out Donawon as Omah Lay parts ways with him Ayra Starr’s Hot Body is an instant summer hit Dynamite might be the weakest track from Wizkid’s feature run Buju BNXN has more hits than Seyi Vibez but Seyi’s fanbase is bigger Rema’s Is It a Crime fell short of commercial expectations Nigerian artists shine bright on Gunna’s new album Wave$tar shoul...

Tyla says “We Wanna Party” came from South Africa Is Tyla biting Ayra Starr’s style too much? Should MI really be releasing music only to paying fans? Shallipopi’s Laho didn’t need all these remixes Can Laho really win a Grammy? DJ Tunez shouldn't have thrown Fola on an Amapiano beat with Wizkid Burna Boy, Wizkid & Tems might be the first Afrobeats artists to get Hollywood Walk of Fame sta...

Odumodu and Blaqbonez beef just got realer Tems’ Leading Vibe Initiative is quietly building her legend status Burna Boy never misses when it comes to movie soundtracks J Hus, Asake & Gold deserve the same respect as Burna Boy & Dave’s Location Does BNXN really sound monotonous or are people just reaching? Wizkid needs to do more orchestral shows like his Hollywood Bowl set Shallipopi, Zer...

- Why is BET still handing African artists awards backstage? - Nigerian artists get mad when songwriters claim credit for songs that they indeed wrote, but why? - Songwriting gets a lot of disrespect from Nigerian music fans - Nigerian producers might actually be better than their American counterparts - Odumodu is on a ridiculous feature run right now - Runtown let fans down again, still no album...

We’re joined by Cindy Ihua, the powerhouse behind Psycho YP’s moves. She chops it up with us about the leaked Rema and YP track, an unreleased Rick Ross collab, managing Azanti, directing music videos, and how YP kicked off his music journey. From law to music, Cindy wears many hats and she breaks it all down on this episode. You definitely want to tap in. With You Probably Should Have Been the Le...

Zinoleesky’s Gen Z album might just be Top 3 this year Is Seyi Vibez officially the hottest artist in Nigeria right now? Wizkid’s nonchalance with promotion is dimming his star power Is Wizkid co-signing rising stars to stay in the conversation? Burna Boy’s ‘Tatata’ might be his next major hit Burna Boy moves like he doesn’t rate his Nigerian fans Tekno was once in the Big 3 talks before Burna Boy...