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Nigerian Afrobeat sensation, Asake, faces criticism from Christians for his music video titled “Only Me,” which has sparked controversy due to the artist being dressed in priestly attire. Directed by TG Omori, the video, gaining over 150,000 views within five hours, has raised concerns about perceived disrespect towards Christianity.
Solomon_Buchi, a user, expressed his disapproval on Thursday, stating, “Asake keeps disrespecting the Christian faith in his music videos.” He points to previous videos, such as “Bandana,” where Asake depicts unconventional scenes within a church setting, questioning why similar actions aren’t taken with his Muslim faith.
BG_Liberty also criticized the video, giving it a rating of 2/10 and questioning the director and those who approved the concept. Another user, @AniBae94, condemned Asake for using religious symbols in an ungodly manner, expressing frustration over what is perceived as disrespect toward Christianity.
The controversy extends to the broader issue of religious tolerance, with some users highlighting the divide within the Christian community in responding to such content. Aliuhammeed2 suggests that tolerance without establishing redlines leads to a weakening of faith.
X user AbjaySeries questioned why Christians continue to support Asake despite perceived mockery of their faith, emphasizing the need for a more assertive stance against such content.
This incident follows a pattern in the music industry, reminiscent of the backlash faced by Logos Olori in 2023 for his music video “Jaye Lo,” which drew criticism from Muslims for scenes near a mosque and the use of Islamic phrases.
Asake’s “Only Me” video has reignited the ongoing conversation about the fine line between artistic expression and religious sensitivity in the music industry. The controversy raises questions about the responsibility of artists, directors, and audiences in navigating these complex intersections of art and faith.
