My talent supercedes Wizkid, Davido and Burna Boy - Tiwa Savage

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Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has sparked debate in Nigeria, suggesting she’s more talented than the "Big 3" musicians—Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy.

Traditionally seen as Nigeria’s musical elite, the trio faces potential new competition, with some proposing the addition of a "Big 4," often mentioning Tiwa, Rema, or Asake.

In a recent interview with The Beat 99.9 FM,

Read full articleTiwa asserted her position, saying, “Talent for talent, mic for mic, I am the big 1.”

She believes she outshines her peers in musical skill, emphasizing that, without focusing on streaming numbers, her talent would be unmatched.

“If you take off the numbers and whatever metrics they use, you can’t see me on the mic,” she claimed.

Tiwa’s remarks challenge the current rankings, arguing that artistry should weigh more than commercial success in defining musical greatness.