Comparison between 10 U.S. artists and their Nigerian counterparts.
Beyoncé (USA) vs. Tiwa Savage (Nigeria)
Beyoncé is the “Queen Bee,” while Tiwa is the “African Queen of Vibes.”
Both sing about love, but Beyoncé will make you cry and feel empowered while Tiwa will make you dance and call your ex.
Jay-Z (USA) vs. Olamide (Nigeria)
Jay-Z is a billionaire with cool business moves. Olamide is the guy who owns every street in Lagos. Both are kings, but one wears suits while the other wears Ankara and sneakers.
Drake (USA) vs. Fireboy DML (Nigeria)
Drake sings like he’s in love every day. Fireboy sings like heartbreak is his full-time job. Same emotions, but Drake will text you while Fireboy will sing to you.
Nicki Minaj (USA) vs. Yemi Alade (Nigeria)
Nicki is the queen of rap and wigs. Yemi is the queen of energy and gele (Nigerian headwraps). Both will make you feel like a slay queen, but Yemi will add some African spice.
Taylor Swift (USA) vs. Simi (Nigeria)
Taylor writes love stories like diary entries. Simi sings them like bedtime stories. Both are sweet, but Taylor’s fans cry, while Simi’s fans smile.
Kanye West (USA) vs. Burna Boy (Nigeria)
Kanye thinks he’s the genius of the world. Burna thinks he’s the African Giant. Both are confident, but Kanye will start a fashion brand, and Burna will start a fight at the airport.
Rihanna (USA) vs. Tems (Nigeria)
Rihanna is the bad gal with Fenty. Tems is the cool babe with vibes. Both are queens, but Rihanna might sell you makeup and Tems will just give you chills.
Post Malone (USA) vs. Joeboy (Nigeria)
Post Malone sings like he just woke up from a hangover. Joeboy sings like he’s enjoying small chops at a Nigerian party. Same chill vibes, different backgrounds.
Adele (USA) vs. Asa (Nigeria)
Adele will make you cry in the rain. Asa will make you reflect on life under a mango tree. Both are soulful, but Asa will remind you of home.
Lil Nas X (USA) vs. Zlatan Ibile (Nigeria)
Lil Nas X is the cowboy with bold moves. Zlatan is the street guy with bold zanku dance steps. Both will shock you, but Zlatan might ask you to “gbe body e” (move your body).
