Wale on the Cost of Fame, Plans for Nigeria, & Afrobeats’ Breakthrough Moment

In this episode of Afrobeats Intelligence, Joey Akan sits down with platinum-selling hip-hop artist Wale.

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Wale reflects on his journey, growing up with Nigerian parents, constantly having to prove himself, being misunderstood, and collaborating early on with Afrobeats artists. The conversation also dives deep into: 

• The moment when Afrobeats became popular in the United States

• The ups and downs of fame

• Wale’s plans for Nigeria and other African countries.
  

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