By Jesusemen Oratokhai
Afrobeats singer Jaywon has called out rapper Odumodublvck, accusing him of disrespect and urging him to reconsider his actions. Jaywon, who has been in the Nigerian music industry for years, criticized the rising rapper for mocking him in a social media post, saying that Odumodublvck hasn’t achieved much yet but is already “stepping on toes.”
The situation began when Odumodublvck shared a post on X (formerly Twitter) that compared two pictures—one of Jaywon and Mavin Records star Ayra Starr, and another of Ayra Starr with American rapper Future.
In the photo with Future, Ayra Starr is seen posing closely with the rapper, with his arm wrapped around her waist. In contrast, the picture with Jaywon shows Ayra Starr subtly pulling away, holding his hand in a way that seems to prevent him from holding her waist, creating an awkward moment that went viral earlier this year.
Odumodublvck’s Subtle Jab
Odumodublvck used the two pictures to make a subtle dig at Jaywon, sharing them on his X account with the caption: “This life ehn,” suggesting that life can be unfair and that different people are treated in different ways based on their status.
The post quickly gained traction, with many interpreting it as a clear mockery of Jaywon’s earlier viral moment with Ayra Starr. The comparison between Jaywon’s interaction with the singer and Future’s more comfortable pose with her added fuel to the fire.
Jaywon Fires Back
Jaywon did not take the shade lightly. In response, he accused Odumodublvck of being disrespectful to his seniors in the music industry. Jaywon pointed out that Odumodublvck, despite his rising fame, was still relatively new to the industry and should be careful not to offend those who have been in the game for longer.
In his response, Jaywon wrote:
“Lol, you’re already dragging your senior, who’s going to drag you? You haven’t even started life, and you’re already stepping on toes.”
Social Media Reaction
Jaywon’s response sparked discussions across social media platforms, with fans and followers weighing in on the situation. Some supported Jaywon, agreeing that Odumodublvck’s post was disrespectful and unnecessary. Others, however, found Odumodublvck’s post humorous and argued that the younger artist was simply having fun with a viral moment.
One Twitter user commented:
“Odumodublvck might just be joking, but respect in the industry is important. Jaywon has been around longer and deserves that respect.”
Another user countered:
“It’s just banter, Jaywon should relax. The internet is always going to have jokes like this.”
Tension in the Industry
The incident has drawn attention to the dynamics between newer and older artists in the Nigerian music scene. While Odumodublvck has quickly risen to fame, his bold, unapologetic style seems to be rubbing some of his senior colleagues the wrong way.
This isn’t the first time that social media interactions between celebrities have sparked debates about respect, fame, and status within the industry. As more young artists emerge and establish their own identities, the relationship between veterans and newcomers continues to evolve.
Whether this exchange between Jaywon and Odumodublvck will escalate into a more significant feud or end as a fleeting moment remains to be seen.
