Burna Boy vs. Gunna: The Heated Debate Over Who is More Successful
The debate over who is more successful between Nigerian music sensation Burna Boy and American rapper Gunna has escalated, spurred by a series of comments from US podcaster Akademiks. Akademiks’ controversial remarks have divided fans and ignited a heated discussion on social media about the two artists’ careers.
It all started after Gunna, whose real name is Sergio Giavanni Kitchens, arrived in Lagos to attend Asake’s show. His presence in the city came shortly after news surfaced that his ex-girlfriend, Chloe Bailey, had been spending time with Burna Boy, leading many to speculate about their relationship. Burna Boy, whose real name is Damini Ogulu, has been seen with Bailey, even treating her like a “princess,” which fueled further rumors about their connection.
In a post that sparked further debate, Akademiks, who has a reputation for commenting on celebrity culture, weighed in on the comparison between Burna Boy and Gunna. According to Akademiks, Burna Boy is more successful than Gunna, and this success is why Chloe Bailey, a prominent figure in the entertainment world, might have chosen Burna Boy over Gunna. He suggested that women typically don’t “date down” and implied that Burna Boy’s success far surpasses Gunna’s.
The post drew mixed reactions from fans. Some social media users quickly came to Burna Boy’s defense, stating that the Nigerian superstar’s career achievements were significant enough to overshadow Gunna’s. Others, however, pointed out that Gunna’s hit songs, like “Drip Too Hard” and collaborations with other big artists like Lil Baby, were more commercially successful than Burna Boy’s music in some respects. “Burna Boy is bigger than Lil Baby, forget about Gunna,” one user commented, while another remarked, “Asake is bigger than Gunna, even.”
Fans took to Instagram and Twitter to share their thoughts on the rivalry, with some fans arguing that Burna Boy’s influence in the global music scene makes him the more successful of the two, while others believed Gunna had carved out a space in the American rap scene that should not be overlooked. Some commenters even jokingly suggested that Burna Boy could afford to hire Gunna as his bodyguard, highlighting the humorous side of the debate.
Despite the tension between their fans, both artists have been seen hanging out together in Lagos, seemingly putting any differences aside. However, the drama surrounding their careers and personal lives continues to entertain the masses, with Akademiks’ take adding fuel to the fire.
As the back-and-forth continues, fans eagerly await more updates, with some wondering if Burna Boy and Gunna’s interactions in Lagos will lead to a collaboration or just more online drama. One thing is certain: the rivalry between the two artists has no intention of dying down anytime soon.
