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“Shallipopi is a thi*f” — Portable rants as ‘Ex Convict’ hits top 3 on music chart
Rising star singer, Shallipopi HAS BEEN criticized by street rapper Portable Omolalomi for manipulating the music charts to reach the top three spots.
The EFCC detained Shallipopi and others for their roles in an online fraud scheme lately.
But after his release, the musician released a brand-new song titled “Ex Convict,” which is currently ranked second on Apple Music’s Top Song chart.
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After the song became popular, Portable accused the Shallipopi of using “stream farming,” an artificial method of amassing large numbers of streams on music charts.
Portable insisted that the singer is a nobody who unexpectedly became popular due to his subpar singing abilities.
In his words;
“Who be that shalli-poppi, they will still carry you. You wey dem just release. How many music you sing? Who sabi your face? You wey dem just release, you con dey top chart. Me wey go prison, I no top chart. You are a thief; you’re using farmer boys. Your face no blow, your voice no sound. Come Zeh nation make I teach you,” he said in part.
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ABOUT Shallipopi
Crown Uzama (born December 14, 2000) better known as shallipopi is a Nigerian musician who gained widespread recognition and rose to fame after releasing his hit single “Elon musk.” Which top charts on apple music no Twenty-Three on Nigeria Top 100.
Known for his unique musical style and charismatic personality, Shallipopi has become a prominent figure in the music industry. which earned him his first chart entry on Nigeria TurnTable Top 100 single chart at number sixty-seven on 8 July 2023.
Shallipopi was born and raised in Benin. From a young age, he displayed a deep passion for music and began honing his skills as a singer and songwriter. Inspired by various genres, including pop, hip-hop, and electronic music, Shallipopi developed a distinctive sound that blends catchy melodies with infectious beats.
Shallipopi began freestyling since at a young age in which he posted it on his socials, after many struggles he then posted freestyle of his hit single Elon musk on TikTok in which he gained recognition and Apple Music announced Shallipopi as the Apple Music Up Next for Nigeria.[7][8][9][10]
In 2023, Shallipopi released his breakthrough single, “Elon Musk,” which quickly gained traction and captivated audiences worldwide. The song’s infectious energy, clever lyrics, and catchy hooks resonated with listeners, propelling Shallipopi into the spotlight. The accompanying music video garnered millions of views on various streaming platforms, further solidifying his growing fanbase. READ MORE