#MUSICVID: Controversy Surrounds Asake As Christian Imagery in ‘ONLY YOU’ Music Video Sparks Outcry

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Nigerian Afrobeats sensation, Asake, faces criticism and accusations of disrespecting Christianity in his latest music video, “Only Me.”

The video, released on Thursday, depicts Asake wearing Christian regalia with a halo, throwing money at dancers dressed similarly who tNigerian Afrobeats sensation, Asake, faces criticism and accusations of disrespecting Christianity in his latest music video, “Only Me.” The video, released on Thursday, depicts Asake wearing Christian regalia with a halo, throwing money at dancers dressed similarly who then fall down. The lyrics of “Only Me” suggest a self-centered theme, potentially satirizing charismatic preachers. Social media users have widely condemned the video, with calls for its removal.

This isn’t the first time Asake has faced backlash for using Christian imagery, as a previous collaboration’s video sparked controversy for depicting black goats in a church setting. Despite fan requests for video removal, Asake and his management have not responded to the criticism.hen fall down. The lyrics of “Only Me” suggest a self-centered theme, potentially satirizing charismatic preachers. Social media users have widely condemned the video, with calls for its removal.

This isn’t the first time Asake has faced backlash for using Christian imagery, as a previous collaboration’s video sparked controversy for depicting black goats in a church setting. Despite fan requests for video removal, Asake and his management have not responded to the criticism.

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