Key Points:
- Oxlade calls for a return to long songs. His post on X sparks wide talk and support.
- Fans recall when short tracks ruled Afrobeats charts. Some blame streams; others blame viral dance trends.
- Amapiano often runs six to seven minutes per song. Oxlade says patience builds mood, groove, and story.
Afrobeats star Oxlade wants long tracks back in full. He made a clear plea to peers this week. The singer wrote, “Bring back 5 minutes songs.” His post drew fast buzz and loud cheers online.
Many fans say his point makes real sense. Short songs now flood the scene and stream feeds. The talk cut through stan wars and brand tags. People asked if fast plays have hurt song craft.
Oxlade makes a bold plea on song length
The singer kept the line short, sweet, and firm. He used plain words that left no doubt at all. The call asked peers to stretch tracks and breathe. He pushed for space to build vibe and plot.
Fans debate short tracks, streams, and viral loops
For years, shorter cuts raced up the big charts. Many blame stream rules that prize repeat plays.
Others point to skits and clips that go viral. The rush can trim verses and key bridges down. Commenters even named stars who set that pace.
They cited early runs by Wizkid and Mr Eazi. Later, new names kept the two-minute wave strong. They listed Rema, Joeboy, Omah Lay, and Ayra Starr.
Amapiano shows why long songs still work
South Africa’s Amapiano leans into long builds and breaks. Many tracks run six or seven minutes by design. DJs need time to layer keys, drums, and drops.
Dancers also need space to sink into the groove. That slow rise suits clubs, sets, and live shows. It backs Oxlade’s push for patience and craft time.
Oxlade knows the short-song trade-offs, too
The star once rode the short-song trend himself. His smash “KU LO SA” clocks about two minutes thirty-one. The tight cut helped streams and fast repeats then. Yet today he wants room to tell fuller stories.
Meanwhile, the scene still debates pop form and faith. Just yesterday, Skales linked a vow to one huge hit. That talk shows how backstory can shape music arcs.
