Omah Lay Warns Afrobeats Is Losing Its Creative Depth

In a recent interview on ViewsFrance, Nigerian singer Omah Lay voiced concern over the direction of Afrobeats. He fears the genre is drifting away from its roots as many artists chase quick money rather than invest effort into their craft. Omah Lay argues that too many performers skip the creative process needed to develop a unique sound. “People are just playing with music these days and not digging into the sound. It’s just like quick money,” he said, warning that this approach is hurting the culture. While celebrating Afrobeats’ soaring global popularity, he urged a balance between international success and artistic integrity. He believes preserving depth and creativity will ensure the genre’s lasting impact and inspire the next generation of artists.

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