Akon’s Afrobeats Remarks Half-Truth, Like Saying Mungo Park Discovered River Niger – ID Cabasa
Veteran Nigerian music producer ID Cabasa has responded to Akon’s recent remarks on Afrobeats, calling them a half-truth that ignores the genre’s deep African roots. In a bold statement, Cabasa likened Akon’s comments to the colonial-era myth that Mungo Park discovered River Niger, stressing that Afrobeats was birthed in Africa long before international attention.
According to ID Cabasa, the global rise of Afrobeats is a result of decades of hard work by African artists, producers, and fans who shaped the sound from the ground up. He emphasized that while collaborations and exposure have helped, the essence of Afrobeats remains rooted in the continent.
The debate around Akon’s statements has stirred discussions online, and ID Cabasa’s take adds a strong voice to the defense of Africa’s creative ownership.