“Fela Kuti Is The Only One Greater Than Me” – Burna Boy Brags [Video]

Grammy-winning artist Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has declared that the legendary Fela Anikulapo Kuti is the only musician greater than him.

The “Ye” hitmaker made this statement during a live stream with American content creator and record producer PlaqueBoyMax.

In a viral video, Burna Boy referred to Fela Kuti as “the king,” saying that no other artist surpasses him.

Speaking during the session, Burna Boy said, “He (Fela Kuti) is the king bro, you get me, he is the only one greater than me, he is the only one.”

PlaqueBoyMax responded, “Ohoh, I like that,” as Burna Boy continued to vibe to Fela’s classic song *Coffin for Head of State*, showing his deep respect for Fela’s impact on his music.

Burna Boy’s comment sparked mixed reactions on social media, with some fans agreeing with him, while others strongly disagreed.

Watch the video below:

“Fela Kuti is the king , he’s the only one greater than me “

– Burna Boy as he vibes to fela Kuti’s song "Coffin For Head of State" on Playboymax stream live on Twitch pic.twitter.com/mvom0I0Oo8

— ThatOjoBoy (@ThatOjoBoy) October 31, 2025

KanyiDaily recalls that Burna Boy previously declared that he is the best among his peers since Fela Anikulapo Kuti, and that no one paved a way for him.