Since Mohbad died in 2023, Naira Marley has confronted backlash over allegations of bullying, resulting in a ban on his music by some Nigerian radio stations.
His makes an attempt to regain acceptance have met a brick wall.
Nonetheless, his ‘Pxy Drip (I’m Again)’ music, launched in December 2024, not too long ago gained traction, particularly on TikTok and sparked debate about whether or not the netizens, particularly Mohbad’s followers, have moved on regardless of previous requires a boycott of Naira’s songs.
On Thursday, Ayra Starr confronted backlash after posting a TikTok video of herself in a black outfit and sun shades, dancing to Naira Marley’s newest observe.
Hours later, Naira Marley reposted a video of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels dancing to the music. He then compiled clips of Ayra, Regina, and content material creators taking part within the problem and shared them on-line.
Shortly after, netizens on X (previously Twitter) expressed outrage, criticising Ayra Starr for participating with an artiste they declare has been ‘cancelled.’
Following the backlash, checks on Ayra Starr’s web page revealed that she had seemingly bowed to strain and brought down her video.
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‘Cry in peace’
In response to the controversy, Naira Marley took to X, issuing a defiant assertion amid the controversy over Ayra Starr’s deleted video.
The ‘Soapy’ crooner wrote, “Cry in peace and cease disturbing us with noise. Depart her (Ayra Starr) alone and cancel me once more.”
He additionally shared a snapshot of YouTube statistics, revealing that the music’s views had risen to 2.1 million, with the caption: “Time will inform.” Moreover, he reposted the music’s Spotify streams, which at present stand at 5.2 million.
As the controversy continued, some social media customers insisted that Ayra Starr ought to have distanced herself from Naira Marley. In distinction, others argued that listening to his music doesn’t equate to supporting his alleged actions.
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Naira Marley not too long ago made headlines for leaking non-public messages from actress Iyabo Ojo. She replied, saying she helps younger artistes and received’t ignore injustice. Iyabo criticised him for staying silent on Mohbad’s alleged bullying. The duo has been embroiled in a authorized battle since 2023.
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