“Burna suppose dey worship Fela” – Netizens confirm that Burna Boy four hit songs were sampled from Fela Kuti as they celebrate his 84th posthumous birthday (Video)

Burna Boy’s Music Heavily Inspired by Fela Kuti, Netizens React

As Fela Kuti’s 84th posthumous birthday is celebrated, music enthusiasts have highlighted Burna Boy’s significant sampling of the legendary musician’s work. A viral video showcases four hit songs by Burna Boy that drew inspiration from Fela Kuti’s classics.

Songs Include:

• “Ye” (2018) sampled from “Colonial Mentality” (1977)
• “Dangote” (2019) sampled from “Trouble Sleep Yangi Wake Am” (1972)
• “Collateral Damage” (2019) sampled from “Sorrow, Tears & Blood” (1977)
• “Temper Remix” (2017) featuring Skales, sampled from “Sorrow, Tears & Blood” (1977)

Other artists, such as Wizkid, J. Cole, and Missy Elliot, have also sampled Fela Kuti’s music.

Netizens React:

• Some praise Burna Boy for paying homage to Fela Kuti’s legacy.
• Others criticize him for heavily sampling without originality.

Burna Boy’s connection to Fela Kuti is notable, as his grandfather managed Fela’s music. This influence has shaped Burna Boy’s Afrobeat style.

Watch the video highlighting Fela Kuti’s sampled music on social media platforms.