Nigerian rapper OdumoduBlvck recently clarified his stance on veteran artist Jaywon during an interview with Trending on Hip TV. Despite their friendship, the rapper didn’t hold back from taking playful jabs at the “Odun Yi” crooner.
“Forget about the banter, Jaywon is my guy. I really love Jaywon,” OdumoduBlvck began, before adding in Pidgin, “Because you be my guy no mean say I no go diss you.”
The Mockery Over ‘Odun Yi’
OdumoduBlvck humorously poked at Jaywon for leaning heavily on his timeless hit, Odun Yi, which has remained a staple New Year anthem since its release nearly 13 years ago. The rapper teased Jaywon for performing what he called his “one hit” once a year, a sentiment echoed by social media users who likened Jaywon to Mariah Carey for her annual holiday classic, All I Want For Christmas Is You.
Jaywon, however, didn’t take the comparisons lightly. In response to the critique, he expressed pride in the enduring relevance of Odun Yi, calling it an honor to be compared to a global icon like Carey.
The History of Their Banter
The tension between OdumoduBlvck and Jaywon traces back to when the veteran artist described OdumoduBlvck as “not all that.” In a swift clapback, OdumoduBlvck dropped a diss track titled Not All That, further stoking the flames by calling out Jaywon on social media.
Despite the ongoing banter, OdumoduBlvck maintains that there’s no real animosity between them. “It’s all part of the game,” he hinted during the interview, suggesting the disses are more playful than personal.
Jaywon’s Response
Reacting to OdumoduBlvck’s recent remarks, Jaywon took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his frustration. He dismissed the idea of a feud and advised the rapper to focus on his craft. Jaywon doubled down on his belief that Odun Yi will continue to cement his legacy, regardless of what critics say.
A Love-Hate Dynamic
The relationship between OdumoduBlvck and Jaywon seems to oscillate between friendly banter and creative rivalry. Whether playful or competitive, their exchanges keep fans entertained and highlight the unique dynamics within Nigeria’s music scene.
You can catch OdumoduBlvck’s full interview below and share your thoughts on the evolving saga between these two artists.
