The release of “Laho” by rising star ShalliPoppi has taken the music world by storm, but what was supposed to be a celebration of Afrobeat has quickly turned into a full-blown drama. Burna Boy, the global Afrobeat sensation, is now claiming that what ShalliPoppi released wasn’t the original track, but rather the remix. And the kicker? He’s suggesting that for the first time in history, a remix has been released before the original song. Yep, you read that right.
So what’s going on here? Let’s break it down.
When “Laho” dropped, it instantly became a hit. Fans couldn’t get enough of it—so much so that some have even called it a “spiritual song.” The infectious beat, ShalliPoppi’s unique style, and the overall vibe of the track have taken over dancefloors and playlists across the globe. The song has quickly become one of the most played releases in recent months.
However, just as everyone was vibing to the track, Burna Boy dropped a bombshell on social media, claiming that the version ShalliPoppi released was actually the remix. According to Burna, the original version of “Laho” was supposed to feature him, but due to timing issues, it couldn’t be cleared in time for the initial release. Instead, ShalliPoppi dropped what Burna refers to as the “remix”—and now, the real original song is about to drop, featuring Burna himself.
Here’s Burna Boy’s statement in full:
So after all these years y’all still don’t know me enough? If this ‘Laho’ was the remix then I’d go first lol. This was actually the original version, it just couldn’t be cleared for the time he wanted to release ’cause it clashed with other releases that had to do with me. Na the remix Shalli first drop, this is the original. ©Shallipopi ft Burna Boy LAHO 2 dropping today at 12am.
Of course, this revelation has stirred up a whole lot of conversation. Many fans are wondering if Burna is just clout-chasing, trying to insert himself into the success of “Laho”, which has already built up massive momentum. Some critics think Burna’s timing is just a bit too convenient, especially since the song has already become a viral hit. Why drop this claim now?
But whether or not people believe Burna Boy’s side of the story, one thing’s for sure: the drama surrounding “Laho” has only increased the song’s popularity. People are talking about it more than ever, and they’ll definitely be tuning in to see what the “original” version sounds like.
As for Shallipopi, he didn’t feed the drama. He simply posted about the release of “Laho II”, tagged Burna Boy, and kept it moving. No long talk, no subtle shade. Just vibes.
Now, speaking for myself—after listening to Laho II, I honestly don’t think the new version sounds that different from the one we’ve all been vibing to. Burna Boy’s presence didn’t exactly transform the song or bring a major shift in energy. It’s still a jam, no doubt, but it doesn’t feel like this big, game-changing “original” version that we were led to expect.
If anything, this situation has just shown how much impact Laho already had before any controversy. Shallipopi carried the song well on his own, and Burna hopping on hasn’t necessarily elevated it—it’s just added to the conversation.
At the end of the day, fans will decide which version they prefer. But one thing’s certain: between the music and the drama, Laho is going to be on repeat for a while.
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