Oludipe Oluwasanmi David aka Spyro, a Nigerian singer, has come under fire for comments he made criticizing world music and artists.
During a live podcast called ‘The Honest Bunch,’ Spyro expressed his concerns about how harmful lyrics from musicians can influence people’s morals and lifestyles.
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He emphasized that fans might internalize negative messages from songs without realizing the potential harm it can cause.
Spyro also mentioned his intention to influence the secular music industry for God’s glory, regardless of how long it takes. He highlighted the idea that the devil’s influence doesn’t always appear in overtly negative ways, but rather through subtle and enticing influences that people allow into their lives.
However, Spyro’s comments have been met with criticism, particularly from prominent Nigerian music journalist Joey Akan. Joey Akan criticized Spyro for what he perceived as hypocrisy.
He pointed out that despite Spyro’s vocal criticism of worldly singers and lyrics, Spyro has collaborated with secular artists, including working with Tiwa Savage, who is considered a secular artist.
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Joey Akan also noted that Spyro is signed to a worldly label, performs at events associated with alcoholic brands, and engages in activities that seem incongruent with his criticism of secular influences.
This boy Spyro received his biggest ever song by working with worldly-adjacent artists. He chose Tiwa Savage for a collaboration over his faith-based colleagues.
Chioma Jesus and Dunsin Onyekan lost out on “who’s your guy,” remix.
He’s also signed to a worldly label, performs… https://t.co/AZnAFEjmpR
— Joey Akan (@JoeyAkan) August 21, 2023
Don’t mind him, Limoblaze and the entire Afrogospel lads had a concert at Covenant Christian center. He didn’t perform there but he was at Joeboy’s show in the UK. https://t.co/dLJCN6KNZz
— Dr. FZ (@enebi_atuluku) August 21, 2023
Joey Akan’s critique highlights what he sees as a disconnect between Spyro’s expressed beliefs and his actions within the music industry. The debate raises questions about artists’ values, collaboration choices, and the intersection of faith and entertainment.
