Ruger Vs. Joeboy: Social Media Tension Over Album Release Supremacy

Ruger and Joeboy Clash Over Album Release Dates

Nigerian music stars Ruger and Joeboy stirred up a heated online debate ahead of their album releases, both set for March 28. The tension escalated when the artists exchanged cryptic messages on social media, fueling speculation of a supremacy battle.

Ruger’s Bold Statement

On March 27, Ruger took to X (formerly Twitter) to assert his dominance, suggesting that his new album, Blown Boy Ru, would leave some artists scrambling to refine their work.

“Some people will have to go back to the studio after they hear this album, some people won’t even have the chance to coz they dropping the same day as me sad! #blownboyru,” Ruger wrote.

Fans quickly interpreted the message as a direct jab at Joeboy, whose album Viva Lavida is also scheduled for release on the same day.

Joeboy’s Response

Joeboy later responded with his own cryptic message, implying that certain artists were deliberately competing with him.

“The sky is big enough for everyone to fly but some people are choosing to fly right beside me lol. I get it, I Inspire you,” he posted.

This fueled speculation that his comment was aimed at Ruger, intensifying the perceived rivalry.

Not the First Industry Clash

This isn’t the first time Nigerian artists have faced off over release dates. On May 13, 2022, Burna Boy and Davido’s fan bases clashed after both singers dropped their hit singles—Burna Boy’s Last Last and Davido’s Stand Strong. The competition was fierce, with Davido initially celebrating his song’s dominance on Apple Music’s charts before Burna Boy’s track eventually took the lead.

Industry Reactions and What’s Next

The Nigerian music industry is no stranger to these competitive moments, and fans eagerly anticipate how Ruger and Joeboy’s albums will perform. Will Blown Boy Ru prove to be a game-changer, or will Viva Lavida steal the spotlight?

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