Wizkid responds fiercely to Seun Kuti’s criticisms, declaring ‘I big pass your papa’ and defending his fans in explosive social media posts over Fela comparisons and legacy disrespect
Wizkid Blasts Seun Kuti: ‘I Big Pass Your Papa’ – Fela Legacy Feud Explodes Online
Grammy-winning Afrobeats icon Wizkid has finally responded to days of criticism from Seun Kuti, unleashing a series of fiery posts that have ignited massive reactions across social media.
The feud intensified after Seun Kuti repeatedly called out Wizkid’s fanbase (Wizkid FC) during Instagram livestreams, accusing them of disrespecting his father—Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti—by drawing comparisons between Wizkid and Fela. Seun argued that such parallels diminish Fela’s revolutionary legacy and questioned Wizkid’s silence amid the fan wars.
On January 20, 2026, Wizkid broke his silence with pointed messages on Instagram Stories and X.
On Instagram, he wrote: “I big pass your papa!! Wetin you don do? I’m Big Wiz everyday.”
On X, he added: “Ok everybody better pass Wizkid! Can we all sleep now? Fela fight for freedom, this fool dey fight FC! Oloshi Omo ale!”
Additional posts from Wizkid included reposts of videos defending his respect for Fela—such as one highlighting his efforts to introduce the legend’s music to younger generations—and direct tags to Seun (@bigbirdkuti), with phrases like “Fool at 40” and claims of being “bigger than your papa.”
Seun quickly hit back, dismissing Wizkid as a “short man,” “dwarf,” and “monkey,” while sarcastically offering to drop his “Big Bird” nickname if Wizkid wanted it. He also criticized Wizkid’s Fela tattoo, suggesting it conflicted with any perceived beef.
The exchange has drawn in other voices: Portable jabbed Wizkid by questioning if he’s endured hardship like Fela (e.g., prison time), while Fela’s daughter Motunrayo Kuti condemned Wizkid’s remarks. Influencer Yhemolee blamed Seun for provoking backlash against Fela’s name online.
Wizkid, who has long honored Fela—including getting a prominent tattoo of the icon—has never publicly disparaged the Kuti family before. Fans argue Seun initiated the conflict by targeting Wizkid FC unprovoked, while others call for de-escalation to preserve Fela’s revered status in Nigerian music history.
The drama continues to trend, spotlighting generational tensions, fan loyalties, and the enduring shadow of Fela’s legacy in today’s Afrobeats scene.
