Nigerian singer, Small Doctor, has voiced his concern over the perceived decline of Fuji music, a long-standing Yoruba musical genre known for its energetic percussion and cultural depth.
Taking to his X (formerly Twitter) handle, the artist shared his thoughts on the state of the genre, noting that it appears to be fading due to the absence of fresh, influential talent in recent years.
He expressed disappointment that no new Fuji artist has reached significant mainstream success since the early 2000s.
“I stand to be corrected. I feel Fuji music is dying, and something needs to be fixed urgently. After the blowing up of Remi Aluko and the likes in 2001 or 2002, I haven’t heard or seen another Fuji artist blow up,” he wrote.
Fuji music, which originated in the 1960s, has historically produced iconic figures such as K1 De Ultimate, King Saheed Osupa, and Wasiu Alabi Pasuma.
Small Doctor’s comments have reignited conversations around preserving and revitalizing the genre for future generations.
