An American soldier has captured the attention of Nigerians and fans of Fuji music worldwide by singing one of Saheed Osupa’s popular songs word for word.
The lady, dressed in her army uniform, was spotted grooving and dancing to the 55-year-old Fuji singer’s song titled ‘Oshodi’ while in company of her fellow colleagues.
The soldier flawlessly delivering the iconic Fuji tune has taken social media by storm, leaving many in awe of his mastery of the Yoruba language and the depth of his cultural appreciation.
Saheed Osupa is a top Fuji music star, famous for his deep lyrics, strong storytelling, and expert use of Yoruba proverbs. He has built a large fan base in Nigeria and beyond. His music touches on social issues, personal challenges, and cultural pride, making him a favorite among lovers of traditional Nigerian music.
In the video, the soldier sang along with the song, which was played in the background, perfectly.
The video triggered massive reactions as social media users flooded comment section with their thoughts. Some reactions are shown below:
@iamaleshinloye said, “Fuji music making universal wave.”
@Alexandaaahh said, “I like dating female soldiers they are kind.”
@iamaleshinloye said, “Big daddy to the world ❤️❤️.”
@NaroSCOPE said, “You can not shroud the moon from shining across the world. The limpid nature of it brightness shines regardless of where you find yourself. Osupa gat too much talent, but his lyrics are followed less, which is why yoruba culture is twisted with a barbaric act.”
Watch the video below:
Osupa to the world 😁😍 pic.twitter.com/3pH8X74QTq
— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) October 9, 2024