At King Charles III’s recent coronation, she was introduced as the “Queen of Afrobeats,” adding to the accolades and recognition she has received for her contributions to the genre.
The question remains, however: is Tiwa Savage truly the queen of Afrobeats? While she has achieved great success and popularity, the answer is ultimately subjective and debatable.
Afrobeats is a relatively new musical genre that emerged in West Africa in the twenty-first century. It is distinguished by a blend of African rhythms, traditional percussion, and contemporary pop music. In recent years, the genre has grown in popularity around the world, with
There are many new artists coming out of Nigeria, Ghana, and other African countries.
Tiwa Savage has had several hit songs and collaborations with other artists, making her a prominent figure in the Afrobeats scene. She has received a number of honors, including the MTV Africa Music Award for Best Female in 2014 and 2018, as well as the City People Music Award for Female Musician of the Year in 2019.
Despite her success, some argue that Tiwa Savage should not be considered the queen of Afrobeats because other artists have made just as significant contributions to the genre. Others argue that the term “queen” implies dominance or superiority, which may be inappropriate for a genre that is still evolving and expanding.
Throughout the coronation of On Sunday evening, Tiwa Savage took the stage at Windsor Castle and was introduced as the “Queen of Afrobeats.”
Because of her tattoos and the controversies surrounding her, I’m sure one local King’s coronation in Nigeria will never consider her worthy of performing.
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