Afrobeats icon Tiwa Savage caused a stir at her recent London concert by making a powerful statement challenging the long-standing “Big 3” narrative of Afrobeats.
During her performance, Tiwa paused to speak to the audience, declaring, “I don’t want to say a lot of things because I will be trending by tomorrow. F**k the Top 3,” referencing the usual dominance of Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Davido in the genre.
Her remark instantly ignited conversations online, as many viewed it as a challenge to the male-dominated hierarchy that has long defined the Afrobeats scene.
Tiwa, who has made a global impact with her music, has often been left out of the conversation around the genre’s top stars, despite her immense success.
Later in the show, she brought her son, Jamil, on stage for the first time, adding an emotional touch to the evening. This moment resonated with fans, especially given her previous statements about not encouraging him to pursue music.
Tiwa’s comments have since sparked debates about gender representation in Afrobeats, with some praising her for standing up against the system, while others felt her words were too provocative.
However, one thing is clear: Tiwa Savage continues to challenge the status quo, leaving a lasting impact on the conversation around the future of Afrobeats.
