Nigerian rapper, Tochukwu Ojogwu, popularly known as OdumoduBlvck, has sparked a heated debate in the Nigerian music scene following his appearance on the Afrobeat podcast with Adesope. The rapper, famous for his hit song “Wotowoto,” took the opportunity to assert his position in the Nigerian hip-hop scene and make bold statements about his influence on the genre’s evolution.
Reflecting on the development of the Nigerian music industry, OdumoduBlvck pointed to Olamide as the undisputed leader of Nigerian hip-hop just a few years ago. He acknowledged Olamide’s dominance in the scene, noting, “Olamide has been the number one HipHop artist since the last four years.” However, OdumoduBlvck confidently declared that his arrival had shifted the landscape, positioning him as a leading figure in the Nigerian rap game.
The rapper was particularly vocal about the importance of credibility in the music industry, especially for anyone claiming to be the best rapper. He emphasized that a solid body of work, particularly an album, is essential to back up such claims. “Anyone claiming to be the best rapper must have solid evidence to prove it,” he said, underscoring his belief in the necessity of substance in the industry.
OdumoduBlvck also took a moment to discuss his relationship with fellow artist Speed Darlington. Although he referred to Darlington as his “spirit animal,” he made it clear that they were not friends. “Akpi is not my friend, that’s my spirit animal,” OdumoduBlvck clarified, leaving room for interpretation about the nature of their connection.
In addition to his comments on the hip-hop scene and his relationships with other artists, OdumoduBlvck revealed an intriguing personal encounter with international superstar Burna Boy. The rapper shared a fascinating story of how he had dreamt about meeting Burna Boy before they eventually crossed paths in real life.
Describing the dream, OdumoduBlvck recalled, “Before I met Burna Boy, I saw him in my dream, and we were eating pounded yam.” He went on to share that when they finally met, he told Burna Boy about the dream, and the Afro-fusion star took the story in good humor. “Burna Boy told me that the day I saw him was the first time he had eaten pounded yam in two years,” OdumoduBlvck added, offering a lighthearted glimpse into their interaction.
The interview, shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, also touched on OdumoduBlvck’s connections with other artists in the music industry. He mentioned that Nigerian superstar Wizkid was the first to post his music, specifically his track “Picanto.” This acknowledgment reflected OdumoduBlvck’s gratitude for the support from industry giants as he navigates his way through the music scene.
