Nigerian singer Balogun Afolabi Oluwaloseyi, widely known as Seyi Vibez, has openly criticized fellow artist Adekunle Kosoko, popularly called Adekunle Gold, over a contentious lyric in the latter's newly released Fuji Xtra deluxe project.
The controversy erupted following the release of Adekunle Gold's song Life of the Faaji, where he sang, “They love my Fuji, this no be Fuji Moto.” The line quickly sparked reactions on social media, with many fans interpreting it as a direct jab at Seyi Vibez and his 2025 Fuji-inspired project, Fuji Moto. Although Adekunle Gold did not explicitly name Seyi Vibez, online users linked the lyric to ongoing comparisons between the two artists regarding their Fuji-influenced sounds and branding.
The tension escalated on Friday when Seyi Vibez took to X (formerly Twitter) to fire direct shots at the singer. “You are wack. Adekunle Gold you’re wack. And your swag is wack. Old fool!” he wrote. In another post, he added, “Adekunle panda Egbon ofo! Egbon ya.”
This latest exchange comes months after both artists separately embraced Fuji-inspired sounds. In October 2025, Adekunle Gold released his album Fuji, which experimented with traditional Yoruba Fuji rhythms blended with Afrobeats and pop production. Weeks later, Seyi Vibez released Fuji Moto, a project heavily leaning into Fuji, street pop, and hip hop influences. The similarities in title, sound, and direction immediately triggered online debates, with fans arguing over who better represents the modern evolution of Fuji music.
Months before the current feud, Seyi Vibez discussed his connection to Fuji music in an interview with Guardian Life. He explained that Fuji music shaped his upbringing and creative identity from an early age. “My earliest experience with Fuji music came from growing up around it at parties, on the streets, and in family gatherings,” he said. “Fuji always spoke about real life, joy, struggle, and prayer. That honesty is what still draws me to the genre today because it feels like home.”
The 25-year-old singer also revealed that Fuji Moto was inspired by his love for anime, Japanese culture, and indigenous Nigerian sounds. “Fuji Moto is me expressing my love for Anime and Japanese culture in my own way. I wanted to create something that connects different worlds but still feels like me,” he said. According to him, the project was designed to merge diverse musical influences while remaining rooted in his street identity and Yoruba background. “Blending Fuji with street pop comes naturally to me because it is how I grew up. I do not have to force it or think too hard about preserving Fuji. It lives in me already,” he added.
Seyi Vibez also emphasized the role spirituality plays in his music-making process, stating that his sound reflects his roots, beliefs, and life experiences. “Spirituality is everything in my process. Some people even call me Orisa because I listen deeply and stay connected to my roots,” he said. “I pray before I record and I listen for guidance. At this point, it is not even something I think about, it is just who I am.”
Released in late 2025, Fuji Moto featured collaborations with international acts including Trippie Redd, NLE Choppa, and French Montana, alongside Nigerian rapper Olamide. The project further strengthened Seyi Vibez's reputation as a leading voice pushing Fuji-influenced street music into mainstream Nigerian pop culture.
As of the time of this report, Adekunle Gold has yet to publicly respond to Seyi Vibez's comments.
