If there’s one thing social media never lacks, it’s drama and TikToker Peller just poured petrol on fire with his latest controversial statement.
The popular content creator sent shockwaves through the internet when he dismissed Nigerian music star Runtown as an ‘upcoming artiste’ during a live session.
In a now-viral clip, Peller was interacting with fans when a viewer suggested he go live with Runtown.
Rather than acknowledge the Afropop sensation, Peller brushed off the idea with savage disregard.
He said: “Wetin be Runtown? Don’t bring upcoming artistes on my live video. Na artistes wey don blow well well I want.”
The statement immediately set social media ablaze.
Fans and critics debates whether Peller was trolling or genuinely does not rate Runtown’s industry status.
Fans React
Runtown, who has been in the Nigerian music scene for over a decade, is widely recognised for dropping some of Afropop’s biggest anthems.
However, he has been relatively low-key in recent years, which some argue might have led to Peller’s dismissive remark.
Reactions have been pouring in on Twitter (X) and Instagram, with fans split on the issue:
Reactions to Peller’s comment have been mixed, with fans divided into different camps.
Team Runtown considers the remark highly disrespectful.
Also, they insists that his impact on Nigerian music remains undeniable.
Some of his songs still dominating playlists and his influence on Afropop impossible to erase.
On the other hand, Team Peller finds the statement amusing, arguing that Runtown’s prolonged absence from the spotlight has affected his relevance.
Some even compare his media silence to artistes like Portable, who constantly make headlines to stay relevant.
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Meanwhile, some believe Runtown has nothing to prove, as his catalogue already boasts timeless hits.
Others dismiss Peller’s comment as mere clout-chasing, suggesting it shouldn’t be taken seriously.
