Music Controversy Erupts Over Similar Song Titles
Nigerian Afrobeats artist Dammy Krane has found himself at the center of a social media storm after releasing a new song with a title strikingly similar to Wizkid's 14-year-old son Boluwatife's debut EP. The controversy erupted on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, when both artists released their projects on the same day.
Identical Titles Spark Accusations
Dammy Krane, whose real name is Oyindamola Johnson Emmanuel, dropped his new single titled Champion's Arrival (Hahaha) on Apple Music. Coincidentally, Wizkid's son Boluwatife, who now goes by the stage name Champz, released his debut five-track EP called Champion's Arrival on the exact same date.
The timing and near-identical titles immediately triggered widespread reactions across social media platforms, with many users accusing the 33-year-old singer of copying the young artist's work. This incident comes as Boluwatife's debut EP achieved remarkable success, topping Apple Music Nigeria charts and garnering over 1 million Spotify streams within 24 hours of its release.
History of Similar Releases
This isn't the first time Dammy Krane has been involved in such controversy. In April 2025, the singer announced plans to release his new EP titled 5ive, a name similar to Davido's fifth album. Notably, he had also chosen the exact release date as the Afrobeat superstar.
The pattern of behavior has raised concerns among fans and critics alike, with many questioning the artist's motives and mental state. Social media reactions have been particularly harsh, with users expressing disappointment that an established artist would target a 14-year-old's debut project.
Social Media Backlash Intensifies
Nigerian music fans have taken to various platforms to voice their opinions about the situation. Here are some of the most notable reactions:
- User itzbasito questioned: "Na so we go dey look this egbon dey go?"
- Sinnamann_Twk expressed confusion: "my question be say where e dey see songs to upload to match everybody release?"
- User iri_oluwa sarcastically commented: "Good Make e sha copy my own ep named 'dammy krane must kpai'"
- _AsiwajuLerry highlighted the age difference: "Do you know how miserable you have to be to make a clone copy of a 14 year old boy's debut song?? Dammy Krane is 33 year old."
Many comments reflected concerns about the singer's mental health, with user mrhumbleheart stating: "Na this one I take confirm say Dammy krane suppose Dey rehab." Others speculated about his strategy, with macdavid001 noting his "ability to drop a trolling project on every artist project back to back."
Wizkid's Proud Father Moment
Amidst the controversy, Wizkid himself expressed immense pride in his son's musical achievements. In a video captured at a New York Knicks game, the superstar was asked about Boluwatife's debut EP. Beaming with fatherly pride, Wizkid simply stated that he loved it and proudly affirmed that Boluwatife is his son.
The support from his famous father and the overwhelming positive reception of his EP has positioned Boluwatife as one of the youngest artists to make significant waves in the Nigerian music industry, following in his father's footsteps while carving his own path.
As the music community continues to debate Dammy Krane's latest release, questions remain about the boundaries of artistic expression and competition within the rapidly evolving Afrobeats scene.
