Popular singer, Wizkid, has recently made headlines by revealing that the renowned fashion brand, Puma, allegedly reached out to him first before ultimately deciding to partner with fellow artist, Davido. This revelation came during an emotional outburst and verbal confrontation against Davido, where Wizkid expressed his thoughts candidly.
Wizkid shared this information while responding to a netizen who had criticized him. In his response, he claimed that he turned down Puma's offer because they could not meet his financial demands, emphasizing that he was looking for a higher compensation than what they were willing to provide.
He pointed out that Puma's budget was suitable for their current client, Davido, who has been named their official ambassador. Wizkid's comments sparked further conversation around the competitive nature of endorsements among popular artists in the music industry.
Moreover, Wizkid went on to assert his position in the music scene, stating that he considers himself to be bigger than other prominent artists such as Rema, Tems, and Burna Boy. His comments were part of a series of posts he made in response to the online criticism he received, where he conveyed a mix of confidence and frustration.
In a particularly bold statement, he wrote: “U idiot! I turned down Puma cos they could no longer afford to pay me cos I wanted more! Don’t need dat! Way bigger than every artiste u just mentioned! Not jealous! love em all…With ur dirty ass shirt! Idiot!”
He further clarified, “No! Puma is a Big brand! But the budget they had for Africa wasn’t for me! Was cool for your client tho! 🦅” Wizkid's remarks have undoubtedly fueled discussions about brand partnerships and the financial dynamics in the entertainment industry, illustrating the challenges artists face when navigating such opportunities.
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