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But What Do I Know
by Netta Entertainment
Interesting conversations about the music landscape in Nigeria and across Africa. Conversations ranging from the art form, business, stakeholders, events and other relevant happenings in the culture.
Episodes
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Still In Charge
The Headies have been postponed again. Is the award show losing credibility? We get into it, then build our Top 10 Nigerian Artists of 2026 and ask whether Wizkid has truly earned a spot. Also on this episode: Ayra Starr makes history as the first African artist to headline an NFL halftime show,...
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PODCAST BABY
On this episode of But What Do I Know, we get into some big conversations in Nigerian music. Is Asake already in the conversation for the greatest Nigerian artists of all time? Does Olamide have the hits to rival any artist? And was “Bandana” Fireboy’s last major hit? We also discuss Young Jonn...
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EPONYMOUS
On this episode of But What Do I Know, we get into some of the biggest conversations in Nigerian music. Is Tems an Afrobeats artist? Is Rema’s “Oh No” going to be a hit? Why has Davido been clashing with everyone lately? And the colorism conversation fueled by Mavo’s Find My Babe We also discuss...
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BIG PERFORMER feat. DJ YOBAMS
On this episode of But What Do I Know with special guest DJ YOBAMS, we get into some of the biggest conversations in Nigerian music right now. We discuss whether The Headies have become too inconsistent, the latest Davido vs Wande Coal fallout and why these industry fights rarely have a positive...
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STARRGIRL EPISODE
On this episode, we get into some of the biggest debates and conversations in Afrobeats right now. Can Wizkid, Davido or Olamide beat P-Square in a hits versus? Could D’banj really go head-to-head with Burna Boy? We also discuss Mr P's allegations against his brother and former manager Jude…
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ORIADE
On this episode, we unpack some of the biggest conversations shaping Afrobeats today. We discuss whether artists have a responsibility to speak up on societal issues, the Tyla and Ayra Starr rivalry, Davido's Oriade, Black Sherif's standout feature run, BNXN vs Ruger, Asake's M$NEY Live in London...
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GLACIER BOY feat. Itunu
On this new episode, we're unpacking some of the biggest talking points in Afrobeats alongside our guest Itunu. We discuss whether Davido's Oriade has classic potential, why Victony's SLICK is dominating the conversation, and if Fave can truly compete with Ayra Starr in a hits battle. We also…
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Culture Check by But What Do I Know Podcast feat. FlyGodT
Culture Check is our deep dive into the current state of Afrobeats. On this edition, we explore some of the biggest shifts in the culture, from artists teasing songs for too long and the rise of AI in music, to the growing influence of sampling and why many listeners keep returning to older…
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Honeymoon
On this episode, we break down some of the hottest topics in the culture. From the conversation around Naira Marley’s public perception, to Burna Boy and Shakira’s World Cup anthem, AI’s growing role in music, and Omah Lay’s Clarity of Mind era. We also discuss Ayra Starr’s latest releases,...
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CHANEL
On this episode, we break down some of the biggest conversations in Afrobeats right now. From the Blaqbonez and Odumodu situation, to the rapid rise of CHANEL, BET nominations, and the debate around whether Nigerian artists should be more vocal about the state of the country. We also compare...
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The BIG 3 feat. KONTENT SENSEI
On this episode, we’re joined by Kontent Sensei for a packed conversation covering some of the biggest talking points in the culture right now. We debate the idea of removing someone from the Big 3, discuss the next generation Big 3 conversation involving Tems, Asake, Rema and Ayra Starr, and…
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MR M$NEY BACK OUTSIDE
On this episode, we dive into some of the biggest conversations in Afrobeats right now. We discuss the tension between DJ Tunez and Davido online, reactions to Asake’s M$NEY, and why Omah Lay still might have the best album released this year. We also get into Wizkid’s catalog, Zinoleesky leaving...
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OGBAFIA DEY FOR GROUND
On this episode, we dive into some of the biggest conversations in the culture right now. We talk Burna Boy’s recent situation with DJ Tunez, Omah Lay’s Clarity of Mind, and Blaqbonez’s creative rollout approach. We also get into Rema’s evolving sound, Ayra Starr’s direction, and why some artists...
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Clarity Of Mind feat. Dark Phoenix
On this episode, we’re joined once again by Dark Phoenix, making her the first returning guest on the podcast. As a music video producer, she brings a unique perspective on both the creative and business side of the industry. We dive into some of the biggest conversations right now — Tems vs…
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HUSTLE KPA
On this episode, we dive into some of the biggest conversations in the culture right now. Was Mo’Cheddah ever bigger than Wizkid? We also talk Blaqbonez finally landing a hit again with Hustle Kpa, Asake’s rollout and recent interview, and whether his back-and-forth with Odumodu affected how his...
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Frustrated Music Exec
On this episode, we break down some of the biggest conversations in Afrobeats right now. Is Asake already the king of the streaming era? Could Tems realistically win Best R&B at the Grammys? Is Ayra Starr making a real push into the U.S. market, and was Shallipopi’s last album mid? We also get…
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Hit Song
On this episode, we dive into the biggest conversations in the culture right now. We talk Billboard labeling Rema a one-hit wonder, the lingering tension between MI and Modenine, BNXN parting ways with his management, and whether Odumodu really out-rapped Modenine on If You Like Gym. We also get...
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LEGACY
First episode since last December and we had to come back heavy. We get into the Headies Rookie of the Year debate, whether Asake and Wizkid’s REAL EP changes anything, Omah Lay gearing up for Clarity of Mind, CKay’s repetitive sound, Phyno’s all-time rap status, Seun Kuti Vs Wizkid and the…
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REAL
We still don’t believe the Wizkid–Asake joint project is actually dropping Wizkid taking shots at Davido’s camp was in bad taste Mavo is the hottest young Nigerian artist since Wizkid 2:02PM in London should win Rap Song of the Year beef aside Nigeria’s music scene is quietly shifting from albums...
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Real Hater feat. Dark Phoenix
On this episode, we’re joined by Dark Phoenix, the music video producer behind massive visuals like Phyno & Burna Boy’s Do I?, Chike & Mohbad’s Egwu, Wizard Chan’s Fountain, and a long list of Yemi Alade's videos. We break down everything happening in the scene right now: Burna Boy makes great...
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AFRIKA MAGIK
A-Q is ready to go at Jesse Jagz Has Davido’s 5IVE tour been a wake-up call for Nigerian artists? Mavo currently has the two biggest songs in Nigeria With You is the biggest song in Nigeria this year Asake shutting down the Red Bull Symphony Orchestra was massive Moliiy’s Shake It to the Max is…
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MEAT PIE
Yung Miami says Tyla’s Chanel ripped off her unreleased song she played for her Tyla is having an incredible 2025 run Davido doing a Nigerian tour is a big win for the culture MAVO’s verse on CKay’s Body might be weak, but the song will still pop Blaqbonez’s No Excuses is easily a top 5 album…
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INDUSTRY MACHINE
On the latest But What Do I Know episode, Jojo is back and the hosts discuss a range of topics from Jojo's apparent 'beef' with Adekunle Gold to the albums that dropped. Catch it all here Odumodu takes more shots at Blaqbonez, will there be a response? Did TML Vibez really betray Seyi Vibez?…
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FILES feat. Emaxee
On this episode, we’re joined by Emaxee, co-founder of Notesphere. He shares why the platform was created and his plans for a collective of artists expected to release some of the most exciting music later this year. We also cover the big conversations shaping Afrobeats today, from Odumodu’s…
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Motion feat. Ella
On the latest episode, we're joined by a special guest, Ella who is an event planner/styler but also a "music girlie", Here's a range of topics we debated on. A-Q and MI beef could turn into a rap civil war Asake’s MONEY might be a surprise drop Tiwa Savage is no longer top 3 among Afrobeats…
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Everlasting Taker
We have Jojo back on the latest episode of But What Do I Know and we discuss a host of hot topics in Afrobeats. Listen and share #BWDIK Omah Lay accuses Rema of stealing from him Did fans spark the Burna Boy–Wizkid fallout? Odumodu shows he can really rap Is Magixx struggling to deliver a hit?…
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International Call
MI Abaga and A-Q beef might be brewing Kaestyle calls out Donawon as Omah Lay parts ways with him Ayra Starr’s Hot Body is an instant summer hit Dynamite might be the weakest track from Wizkid’s feature run Buju BNXN has more hits than Seyi Vibez but Seyi’s fanbase is bigger Rema’s Is It a Crime...
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No Sign Of Weakness
Tyla says “We Wanna Party” came from South Africa Is Tyla biting Ayra Starr’s style too much? Should MI really be releasing music only to paying fans? Shallipopi’s Laho didn’t need all these remixes Can Laho really win a Grammy? DJ Tunez shouldn't have thrown Fola on an Amapiano beat with Wizkid...
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100 DOLLARS
Odumodu and Blaqbonez beef just got realer Tems’ Leading Vibe Initiative is quietly building her legend status Burna Boy never misses when it comes to movie soundtracks J Hus, Asake & Gold deserve the same respect as Burna Boy & Dave’s Location Does BNXN really sound monotonous or are people just...
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Go Harder (feat. The KAZEZ)
- Why is BET still handing African artists awards backstage? - Nigerian artists get mad when songwriters claim credit for songs that they indeed wrote, but why? - Songwriting gets a lot of disrespect from Nigerian music fans - Nigerian producers might actually be better than their American...
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Psychosis (feat. Cindy Ihua)
We’re joined by Cindy Ihua, the powerhouse behind Psycho YP’s moves. She chops it up with us about the leaked Rema and YP track, an unreleased Rick Ross collab, managing Azanti, directing music videos, and how YP kicked off his music journey. From law to music, Cindy wears many hats and she…
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Old Head (feat. Smeezy)
Zinoleesky’s Gen Z album might just be Top 3 this year Is Seyi Vibez officially the hottest artist in Nigeria right now? Wizkid’s nonchalance with promotion is dimming his star power Is Wizkid co-signing rising stars to stay in the conversation? Burna Boy’s ‘Tatata’ might be his next major hit...
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Easyscope Alert
Davido has the hottest song in Nigeria right now Odumodu and his camp still taking shots at Blaqbonez, is he going to respond? Rema positions himself as part of the Big 4 at MSG Why isn't Tiwa Savage’s new release getting the buzz it deserves? Tiwa’s current industry status might be holding her...
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EPISODE 5IVE
Fireboy never misses on a feature Rema and Tems still don’t have a classic album Burna Boy also needed the Laho remix Odumodu still taking shots at Blaqbonez Fola might be the hottest street artist in Nigeria right now Davido’s 5IVE is good, but weak lyrically Fireboy isn’t on the same level as...
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Music Oversaturation
Trap Rema might need to retire Kizz Daniel has more hits than Tiwa Savage and Burna Boy Mayorkun’s new track doesn't sound good Rema’s Bout U might be Song of the Year Boy Spyce’s music feels watered down Adekunle Gold doesn’t have more hits than Tiwa Savage Ice Prince had one of the best runs in...
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Prince Of The Streets
Is Khaid just a low-budget Rema? Who’s really the Prince of the Streets? Is Odumodu the true Voice of the Streets? Blaqbonez vs. Odumodu, who fires the first shot? Did Asake really take shots at Fally Ipupa? New Wizkid snippet should stay in the vault Davido’s Be There Still falls short lyrically...
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Death to Amapiano
Shallipopi, Zerry DL & Famous Pluto—Different names, Same sound Amapiano is overstaying its welcome in Afrobeats Davido’s 5IVE snippets aren’t convincing yet Burna’s UPDATE isn’t making waves as he normally would Kunmie's EP might be the best project this year so far Where is Crayon? Wande Coal x...
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No Seyi No Vibez
Is Seyi Vibez the Biggest Artist in Nigeria Right Now? Can Davido Deliver a Classic with 5IVE? Burna Boy’s New Drop, Hit or Miss? What If Burna & Davido Drop on the Same Day? Will Burna & Davido Take Shots at Each Other? Is Ruger the Most Underrated in His Set? Do Artists Need to Brand Their...
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We're Back! Is It A Crime?
Is Naira Marley really cancelled? (Ayra Starr’s dance says otherwise) Is Is It A Crime the best song of the year so far? Odumodu vs. Blaqbonez: Who wins a rap battle? Can Odumodu actually rap? Will Shallipopi ever dropLaho? Is Asake too focused on the US now? Did Pity This Boydeserve a better…
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2024 Wrapped
- Did we have better music in 2024 compared to 2023? - Shallipopi didn't have a good year - Rema has more hits than D'banj - Victony's album is great but it wasn't as big as expected. - Ayra's The Year I Turned 21 doesn't have great replay value. - Blaqbonez didn't have a good 2024 - Jesse Jagz...
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Good, Very Good, Great.
- Davido has a sure hit in FUNDS when it drops - Is Morayo better than Made In Lagos - Burna with a subpar verse on new Eric Belinger song - Has Olamide lost his star power on features? - Skales is still stuck in the past - SIRAHEEM fumbled Bad Bitch Syndrome - What happened to Teni? - The new...
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BAD B*TCH SYNDROME
- Wizkid might drop one of the best albums this year from the snippets so far - Tiwa Savage verse on Awolowo remix was subpar - Oladips resurrects with diss song for Twitter influencers -Wizkid did not have a top 5 album in 2022 - Fave's new EP is forgettable - Dapper Music might have lost two of...
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Don't Be A Groupie
- Burna Boy has been the biggest artist in the past 3 years. - Speed Darlington might have a viral hit - Flavour and Kcee shading themselves. - If P-Square and BNXN did a show the same day today, who gets more attendance - Shallipopi's new song sounds like Rema's Ozeba - Is Burna Boy about to…
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Piece Of My Heart
- Rema's album has the most hits this year - Wizkid's album might be mainly RnB - Who would win in a fight between Wizkid and Davido? - Has Tiwa Savage fallen off? - Shallipopi is releasing the same song over and over again - Adedamola will age well as one of the best albums this year - Is Ayra...
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King Of Agenda (feat. Kussman)
- Is Kizz Daniel an A-List artist? - The Pandemic helped Omah Lay blow - Could the Puma Deal be the reason Wizkid and Davido are beefing? - Is Lojay currently bigger than Fireboy? - Vector and MI had subpar verses on Nasboi's EP deluxe - Taves' sound is too similar to Buju's - Fireboy has fallen,...
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BACK IN OFFICE
- Asake is the hottest Nigerian artist at the moment - Why is Fireboy DML doing a smaller venue than his peers - Did Tyla talk down on Afrobeats at the MTV VMAs? - Can Fireboy DML sell the O2 Arena? - Has Odumodu had a better year than Seyi Vibez? - Where does Boy Spyce rank amongst Mavin…
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Real Recognize Real
- Where does Adedamola rank in Fireboy's discography? - Rema solidified his legacy with his Homecoming Concert - Does Davido stand a chance to win the Grammy with the Angelique Kidjo feature? - Wizkid RRR to drop October 1st - Is Fireboy a great songwriter? - Does Victony have a better pen game...
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Legends Never Die
- Has Tems surpassed Tiwa Savage's legacy - Did Joeboy fall off? - D'banj's new album is not hitting and seems very outdated - Is Omah Lay copying Rema? - Is Maffian by Ayo Maff a top 3 EP this year? - Is Love Damini better than I Told Them? - Fireboy has not missed this year - Who stole Omah…
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LUNGU BOY ACTIVE
- Some people think Asake sings too much in Yoruba. - Psycho YP drops the long anticipated Violation. - We lost a legend in Onyeka Onwenu, May she Rest In Peace. - Does Burna Boy sound monotonous? - Did Asake complete the Trifecta with Lungu Boy? - A-Q's album run needs to be appreciated more. -...
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Old Soul
- Rema missed out on Billboard 200: Can he be in the Big 4? - Buju is fighting 30BG again - Who has more hits? Blaqbonez/Joeboy - No Love in Lagos - Rema's Homecoming concert in Benin - Blaqbonez is now a lover boy - Khaid is back with an EP - Sinzu back: Hit or Miss? - Does MI's albums need more...
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