Portable Fires Back at Comparisons Between His Face Tattoo and Asake’s

Street pop star Portable has addressed the growing comparisons between his iconic face tattoo and that of Grammy-nominated artist Asake. Known for his bold personality and fierce look, Portable has multiple face tattoos that contribute to his unique style. However, with Asake recently joining the trend of face tattoos, fans have been quick to draw parallels between the two, which Portable is not too pleased about.

In a recent video posted on his social media, Portable made it clear that he does not appreciate being compared to Asake, specifically regarding his facial ink. Speaking in a mix of Yoruba and Pidgin English, Portable expressed that the comparison was misplaced, asserting, “No dey use me compare Asake.” According to him, he doesn’t resemble Asake but instead looks like American hip-hop legend Lil Wayne, who is widely recognized for his extensive face tattoos.

Portable went further to clarify that his facial tattoos are inspired by Lil Wayne, a global superstar and the boss of Young Money, rather than any Nigerian artist. He even mentioned Kodak Black, another artist known for his face tattoos, but stressed that he identifies more with Lil Wayne’s style and international status.

The street star also claimed that Asake’s decision to get a face tattoo was an attempt to emulate him, turning the tables on the comparisons. “Asake is the person trying to look like me,” Portable boldly declared. He followed up with a statement about his rising success, particularly referencing his recent deal with Sony Music, which has helped secure royalties from his hit collaboration with British rapper Skepta.

Portable, whose career has been marked by controversies and run-ins with the law, took the opportunity to remind fans and fellow artists that he is an innovative star whose success should not be copied. His brash but self-assured nature has earned him a reputation for being unapologetically authentic, and he clearly wants to maintain his distinct identity in the music industry.

As the debate continues, Portable’s stance is clear: he is not just a trendsetter, but an international star in his own right. His confidence and strong sense of individuality are key elements of his image, and he is making it known that his style—whether through his tattoos or his music—cannot be easily replicated.