In a recent social media post, Nigerian singer and internet personality Speed Darlington raised suspicions about Burna Boy’s meteoric rise after his interaction with American music mogul, P. Diddy. He speculated that Burna Boy’s Grammy win came shortly after his publicized meeting with the famous rapper and businessman, stirring conversations among fans.

Speed Darlington pointed out that Burna Boy’s success seemed to follow immediately after he posted a picture with Diddy. According to him, it wasn’t long after the two met that Burna Boy achieved the high point of his career by winning a Grammy.

In his own words, Speed Darlington said: “Everybody was taking pictures with Diddy that year. Not long after Burna Boy posted his, the next year or that same year, he won the Grammy.”

This led to more probing questions from Speed Darlington, who wanted Burna Boy to clarify the nature of his relationship with Diddy. The Nigerian internet sensation, holding a bottle of baby oil, jokingly implied there might be more behind Burna Boy’s success, leaving his viewers to draw their own conclusions.

“I’m just wondering. Burna Boy, don’t take offense. I’m only asking a question. How many bottles of oil did Diddy use before you got that trophy? They said Diddy had 1000 bottles of baby oil in his house, and I know you won the Grammy after snapping a picture with him.”

These comments have sparked conversations online, with many fans sharing mixed reactions. Some believe Speed Darlington’s comments were in jest, while others are left questioning the circumstances around Burna Boy’s rise to global fame.

Burna Boy’s relationship with Diddy goes back to when Diddy served as the executive producer on Burna Boy’s Grammy-winning album, Twice As Tall, which won Best Global Music Album at the 2021 Grammy Awards. While it’s clear that Diddy played a key role in the production of the album, Speed Darlington’s comments seem to poke fun at the idea that their relationship might have had a deeper influence on Burna Boy’s success.

Burna Boy’s Grammy win was a proud moment for the Nigerian music industry, but it’s not the first time artists have faced speculation about their success. In the entertainment world, close collaborations and industry connections often fuel rumors, as fans and critics alike speculate about the factors behind an artist’s rise.

Speed Darlington’s humorous comments tap into these existing narratives, using satire to question Burna Boy’s swift rise to international fame. The video is part of Speed Darlington’s larger style of content, where he often shares bold and controversial opinions, sparking online debates.

Burna Boy’s Response?
As of now, Burna Boy has not publicly responded to Speed Darlington’s comments. Given his usual calm demeanor, it’s unclear if Burna Boy will address these remarks, or if he’ll choose to remain silent and focus on his music.

Fans of Burna Boy continue to celebrate his achievements, recognizing his talent and hard work in pushing Afrobeat music to global audiences. Whether Speed Darlington’s comments were made in jest or not, Burna Boy’s Grammy win remains a testament to his dedication and artistry in the music industry.