MI Abaga names Modenine Nigeria’s most respected rapper
Rapper MI Abaga has described hip hop veteran Modenine as the most respected Nigerian rapper of all time. He said Modenine’s unique style, discipline and long term contribution to the culture place him above his peers. Speaking on the Hip hop To Afrobeats podcast, MI praised Modenine’s influence on several generations of Nigerian rappers. He called him a legend whose work has helped shape the country’s rap sound and inspired many artists to improve their craft. MI explained that Modenine’s catalogue and technical skill made him a complete reference point for upcoming rappers. According to him, once young artists discovered Modenine’s music, they did not need to look elsewhere for an example of how to rap at a high level. He also highlighted Modenine’s consistency and commitment, noting that he stayed true to hip hop even when the genre was […]
