“Shameless!” Cassper’s Tribute Song To AKA Sparks Accusations Of Clout Chasing

“Shameless!” Cassper’s Tribute Song To AKA Sparks Accusations Of Clout Chasing. Cassper Nyovest has found himself at the centre of controversy following the release of his tribute song dedicated to fellow late rapper AKA.

While tribute songs are often seen as heartfelt expressions of admiration and condolence, Cassper’s latest release has sparked accusations of clout chasing and opportunism. The rapper should be celebrating the release of his album Solomon, but a tribute song to AKA has grabbed all the attention with AKA’s Megacy coming out all guns blazing at him.

The controversy began when Cassper Nyovest dropped the track titled Candlelights paying homage to Kiernan Forbes. The song’s release came seven months after AKA’s tragic passing in February 2023, a loss that deeply affected the South African music industry and fans worldwide.

In the song, Cassper Nyovest reminisces about his interactions with AKA, sharing anecdotes from their friendship and expressing his sorrow at the untimely death of the “Fela in Versace” hitmaker.

“This time is for the legacy… I don’t do it just to do it, this is therapy… And if this sh*t don’t exist then we develop it… And when I heard it I was just as hurt as the Megacy, uh.”

“Man, our battle was the highlight… I was confused when you came and gave me high fives… A very important featurе in my life… And you still shining, yeah, we see you in thе starlights, yeah,” raps Cassper.

While some fans initially welcomed the tribute, a significant portion of AKA’s fans and SA Hip-hop accused Cassper of using the song to gain attention and clout.

Critics argue that the timing of the release, coupled with Cassper’s strained relationship with AKA in the past, raises questions about the sincerity of the tribute. The two artists had a long-standing rivalry that often spilt over onto social media, leading to heated exchanges and public feuds.