Omah Lay sparks buzz online for naming his 'idols' without Davido

Nigerian Afrobeats musician, Omah Lay, has once again stirred conversations online after naming his musical idols and noticeably excluding Davido.

In a recent interview, the singer listed the artistes who inspire his creativity, mentioning Wizkid, Burna Boy, Drake, The Weeknd, Bruno Mars, and Harry Styles as the figures he looks up to.

According to Omah Lay, these global stars play a significant role in shaping his artistic vision and creative process.

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“I have my idols. Wizkid is my idol, Burna Boy is my idol, Drake is my idol, The Weeknd is my idol, Bruno Mars is my idol, and Harry Styles is my idol. I’m a creative, I’m crazy. My head is not correct. I need to create art to feel good, and these are people I look up to,” he said.

The clip has since gone viral, sparking mixed reactions across social media.

While some fans have praised his selection as a reflection of his artistic direction, others have criticized him for leaving out Davido, especially given their rapport and their recently Grammy‑nominated single, “With You.”

The omission has since fueled debate among fans, with some describing the move as intentional, while others argue that personal inspiration does not necessarily have to include every collaborator.

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