“We Are Not on the Same Level” – Kcee Responds to Flavour
Veteran Nigerian singer Kingsley Chinweike Okonkwo, widely known as Kcee, has responded to recent claims by fellow artist Flavour, who suggested he was imitating his musical style.
Flavour, in a subtle post on X, seemed to call out a colleague for allegedly copying his approach to music, although he didn’t name anyone specifically. Kcee, however, felt the message was directed at him and decided to respond firmly.
Kcee asserted that he and Flavour are “not on the same level” and advised him to choose his battles wisely. He also cautioned Flavour against attempting to “gatekeep” Igbo cultural music, pointing out that he had been part of the industry before Flavour.
Kcee’s response read:
“Bro, we are not on the same level. Pick your battles carefully.
“Stop trying to gatekeep Igbo culture. You’re not a custodian.
“I’ve been in this game before you. It belongs to all.
“You don’t own this genre of music.
“My music celebrates our heritage, and I won’t apologize.
“In an ocean of things that matter, you’re like a needle. Get that right.
“People recognize authenticity. I’ll continue celebrating our culture unapologetically. Spend your energy on success, not diminishing mine.”
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