In a surprising turn of events on social media, the Guinness World Records (GWR) organization has inadvertently stirred up a wave of reactions among Nigerian music fans after it addressed a fan’s query about Burna Boy and Davido. A Twitter user with the handle @WizStatz asked if either Burna Boy or Davido had ever appeared in the Guinness World Records. The official GWR handle responded by highlighting Wizkid’s achievement instead.
Guinness World Records referenced the 2016 global hit *"One Dance"* by Drake, Wizkid, and Kyla, which was the first song to hit one billion streams on Spotify. “The first song to reach one billion streams on Spotify was One Dance by Drake, Wizkid and Kyla,” GWR tweeted, with the hashtag #OTD (On This Day), emphasizing the record’s historic value.
This response, although factually correct, quickly went viral and sparked heavy debates among fans of all three Nigerian superstars. While Wizkid FC celebrated the shout-out as yet another W for their starboy, fans of Burna Boy and Davido saw the omission as a slight, accusing GWR of ignoring their faves' global milestones.
Burna Boy fans pointed out that the Afro-fusion icon has sold out multiple international arenas, won a Grammy, and has appeared on global charts consistently for years. Similarly, Davido's fans noted his long-standing impact, including billion-view records across platforms, global brand endorsements, and major collaborations with international acts.
Some social media users argued that Guinness World Records should have acknowledged Burna Boy's recent historic feat of being the first African artist to headline a stadium concert in the UK (London Stadium) and the US (Citi Field), both sold out. They believe such milestones should merit recognition by the prestigious organization.
Others defended GWR’s response, pointing out that the user asked a specific question about *existing records*, and GWR simply stated a fact based on their official database. “They answered the question clearly and professionally. If Burna or Davido don’t hold a record, that’s not GWR’s fault,” one user wrote.
Wizkid FC, known for their passionate and competitive nature, took to social media with celebratory posts, memes, and videos. “Facts over noise,” one tweet read, while another stated, “Wizkid has done it, not once, but stamped in the book of legends.”
As the debate rages on, the exchange has brought attention to how music achievements are measured and recognized. While Billboard charts and Grammy awards hold significant weight, Guinness World Records offers a unique historical prestige that cements an artist’s legacy in a different way.
Whether Burna Boy and Davido will aim for future world records remains to be seen. But one thing is clear: Nigerian music has gone global, and conversations like this highlight just how competitive and passionate the fanbases have become. For now, Wizkid remains the only Nigerian artist officially recognized by Guinness World Records for a streaming milestone.
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