On Wednesday, during a live show on Wazobia TV in Lagos, comedian and actor Adebowale Adedayo, also known as Mr Macaroni, revealed his thoughts on why he feels Afrobeat music singer Wizkid disrespected Mavin Records boss Michael Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, by referring to him as an ‘influencer’.
The comedian defended his stance on Wizkid, asserting that although Don Jazzy is indeed an influencer, possibly ‘the most significant entertainment influencer we have in Africa’, he emphasized that the manner in which Wizkid depicted him was disrespectful.
He further elaborated that Don Jazzy is not merely an ordinary influencer, highlighting the significant impact the Mavin Records label boss had on the music industry with the introduction of artists like Ricardo Banks, Tiwa Savage, Korede Bello, Di’ja, and nurturing the emergence of new talents.
Macaroni emphasized, “Don Jazzy is an influencer and arguably the foremost entertainment influencer in Africa. He wields immense influence across the entertainment spectrum, spanning music to film.”
“His impact speaks volumes. So, while Wizkid’s comments about Don Jazzy were a bit disrespectful in context, Don Jazzy’s influence is undeniable.
“Look at when he has been doing it with the likes of D’Banj, Wande Coal, Dr Sid, De Prince and then to Maving Records when they newly came out with Ricardo Banks, Tiwa Salvage, Korede Bello, Di’ja and up to this new generation.”
He said Don Jazzy has been so successful that there can never be a discussion about shaping the music industry without mentioning him.
The comedian also described Don Jazzy as a champion and great influence whose impact is undeniable on the growth of the music industry.
“Don Jazzy is a champion. Of course, he’s an influencer; he’s a great influencer. He doesn’t do it for just music; he does it for content and films. All you need is just to add Don Jazzy as a collaborator. You don’t even need to have a million followers. If he loves what you have done, he will just accept your request and the millions of followers that he has can see the content.
“But, the way Wizkid worded it (influencer) when he (Wizkid) said “I can’t chat with an influencer.’ That context is what we find disrespectful,” he added.
According to an earlier report by PUNCH Online, celebrities criticized Wizkid for ridiculing Davido and Don Jazzy.
Wizkid stirred up social media with a string of tweets on Monday, where he openly mocked Davido and Don Jazzy.
Following the controversial tweet, Wizkid’s name trended on social media platform X, reaching the fourth spot on Nigeria’s trending topics.
Engaging with his followers, the Grammy award-winning singer belittled the accomplished music producer and label owner, Don Jazzy, labeling him as merely an ‘influencer’. He also taunted Davido, referring to a recently leaked viral video where Davido was seen on his knees, crying and pleading with someone presumed to be a female associate.
Among the celebrities who have condemned Wizkid for his actions towards the two music heavyweights is popular nightlife personality, Cubana Chief Priest.