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Nigerian music legend 2Face Idibia has declared Burna Boy the leading artist in Africa and the world right now. Speaking on the Mic On Podcast, 2Baba emphasized that his choice relies on pure artistry and musical consistency rather than financial status or fanbase size.
The debate over who leads the Nigerian music industry often sparks intense arguments among fans. Music icon 2Face Idibia has now weighed in on the matter, offering his expert view on the “Big Three.”
Speaking in an interview aired on February 7, 2026, 2Face placed Burna Boy above his peers. He told host Seun Okinbaloye that the “Last Last” crooner currently sits at the top of the chain.
Artistry over bank accounts
2Face made it clear that he respects everyone in the industry. However, he singled out Burna Boy for his unique approach to music making.
The legend explained that his judgment focuses strictly on talent. He dismissed metrics like wealth, noting that he does not know their bank account details.
”From what I can measure from common sense and understanding of music, Burna is on top,” 2Face stated. This focus on skill echoes conversations from last year, recalling when VeryDarkMan ranked Naira Marley’s peak higher than the current giants.
He added that Burna Boy dominates not just in Nigeria, but globally. 2Face described the singer’s growth as constant and unpredictable, like a painter creating new art daily.
A different kind of focus
The “African Queen” singer believes every artist is a major player in their own field. He noted that different people have different musical tastes.
Yet, he insisted that Burna Boy stands out when looking at the general aspect of artistry. “If an artist does this painting now, the next one he will paint will be different,” he argued.
Comparisons like this often fuel fan wars, a tension that Ubi Franklin claims prevents a collaboration between the three superstars. Despite this, 2Face maintains that his choice is simply about who runs the game right now.
He concluded that while styles differ, Burna Boy’s current form remains unmatched worldwide.
