How I Inspired Burna Boy – Skales

By Nurudeen Adebayo

Nigerian singer, Skales, has revealed that he played a significant role in inspiring fellow musician, Burna Boy.

In a recent interview, Skales shared his thoughts on their collaboration on the remix of his hit song “Temper” in 2017. According to Skales, before their collaboration, Burna Boy had not yet achieved a major hit song.

Skales acknowledged that Burna Boy has also been a source of inspiration for him, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in the music industry.

He believes that working together can help support and uplift one another. Skales stated, “I inspired Burna Boy. He will agree with me. So, nobody help anybody. We probably admire ourselves and we decide to work together.”

Skales recalled that their collaboration on “Temper Remix” marked a turning point in Burna Boy’s career.

He said, “As at then, Burna boy had no hot song before I featured him on ‘Temper Remix.’ It was after our collaboration that he started excelling.” Skales clarified that he’s not trying to take credit for Burna Boy’s success but rather highlighting the positive impact of their collaboration.

Skales concluded by acknowledging the mutual inspiration they’ve shared over the years. He said, “He has inspired me over the years and I believe I inspired him at a point, too.” This sentiment highlights the value of collaboration and mutual support in the music industry.