Afrobeats Icon Wande Coal Claims Credit for Pioneering Nigerian Music’s New Sound
In an interview with Cool FM Lagos, Grammy-nominated singer Wande Coal made bold claims about his impact on the Nigerian music industry. The Afrobeats star asserted that he pioneered the new sound of music in Nigeria and has inspired the current wave of Afrobeats artists gaining global recognition.
Known for his genre-bending style and impressive discography, Wande Coal has long been celebrated for his innovative approach to Afrobeats. In his candid conversation, the singer confidently proclaimed, “I am the best at what I do. I am a legend. I brought the new generation sounds and the wave of new artists that’s happening now.”
Wande Coal credited himself with bringing freshness and originality to the music industry. “I’m happy to have done it,” he said. “Also, I still want to do more. I feel like music never ends. Music is very universal. That is why there are many genres of music.”
The “Is It Because of You?” singer believes that his ability to seamlessly blend different styles and collaborate with new producers is what sets him apart from his peers. “All these sounds I try to fuse them in my music,” he explained. “Since I came into industry, I have shown versatility in my songs. That’s why none of my songs sound alike. I also love working with new producers because music never ends.”
Wande Coal’s claim may spark debate and speculation, but one thing is undeniable – the artist has undoubtedly made an immense impact on the Afrobeats scene and his influence can still be felt in contemporary Nigerian music. Whether or not he is the pioneer of a new sound, Wande Coal remains an unstoppable force in the world of Afrobeats music.
[Image: Wande Coal]
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