- Adekunle Gold stated that 2baba’s project is “undeniably the blueprint for Afrobeats.”
- He noted that the ‘African Queen’ hitmaker’s timeless artistry and influence continue to inspire generations of musicians.
Adekunle Gold has lavished praise on the iconic musician, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, as his debut single album, ‘Face2Face’, reaches a milestone of two decades.
Adekunle Gold hailed the project as the “undeniable blueprint for Afrobeats”, a testament to 2Baba’s enduring influence on the music industry.
According to Adekunle Gold, 2Baba’s timeless artistry and impact continue to inspire successive generations of musicians, a legacy that shows no signs of fading.
Taking to his social media handle, Adekunle Gold wrote:
“God bless you, @official2baba! 20 years ago, you dropped a project that’s undeniably the blueprint for Afrobeats.
“Your timeless artistry and influence continue to inspire generations of musicians and fans alike.”
The album ‘Face2Face’, which was released on May 15, 2003, marked 2Baba’s solo debut after parting ways with the boy band Plantashun Boiz.
The album, released under Kennis Music, featured hit singles like ‘Nfana Ibaga‘ and the iconic ‘African Queen’, which broke boundaries in the Nigerian and African music scenes.
Music enthusiasts widely regard ‘Face2Face’ as the benchmark for debut albums in Afrobeats.
In another story, Adekunle Gold opens up on personal battle with sickle cell on stage.
The vocalist shared a heartwarming message with the audience, particularly addressing those who have triumphed over the challenges of living with sickle cell disease.
Adekunle Gold revealed that he has been battling with sickle cell disease since birth but has successfully managed to lead a fulfilling life.
Despite his diagnosis, the singer expressed his gratitude for not only being able to cope with the condition but also for achieving success on the global stage.
He shared that despite a lifelong battle with sickle cell anemia, he has never let it hinder his career, emphasizing that he has never experienced significant health setbacks while performing worldwide.
During his heartfelt message, Adekunle Gold encouraged others affected by sickle cell disease to remain resilient and determined in pursuing their life goals.
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