By Ayomide Otitoju
Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy has sparked fresh conversations on social media after naming Fuji legend Saheed Osupa among his Greatest of All Time (GOAT) singers during an appearance on Complex’s GOAT Talk alongside tennis champion Roger Federer.
Asked to list his all-time favourites, Burna Boy said many of his top choices were Fuji artistes, specifically highlighting Osupa as one of the greats. The recognition, coming from one of Africa’s most prominent global music exports, has been described as a major nod to Osupa’s decades-long influence on Nigerian music.
Osupa, widely respected for his lyrical depth, storytelling, and mastery of Fuji, has long been considered a cultural force within Nigeria. Burna Boy’s tribute places his artistry before a global audience, reaffirming the impact of Fuji music in shaping Nigeria’s sound, even as Afrobeats dominates international charts.
That Burna Boy made the declaration on GOAT Talk, a flagship cultural programme where celebrities debate their all-time favourites across music, sports, and fashion, underscored the moment’s significance. Sharing the stage with Federer, Burna Boy could have opted for globally recognised mainstream names, but instead chose to spotlight his musical roots.
The mention has reignited appreciation for Fuji’s enduring relevance, with Osupa — often referred to as the King of Fuji Music — receiving renewed global validation from the African Giant himself.
