Veteran musician Jazzman Olofin has stirred conversation in the music world after publicly addressing Afropop sensation Adekunle Gold for reportedly performing his iconic track “Raise Da Roof” during a recent London concert. The classic song, which first hit the airwaves over two decades ago, was allegedly rehearsed and performed by Adekunle Gold with a full live band—without prior acknowledgment or collaboration with Jazzman.

In a playful yet pointed post on Instagram, Jazzman Olofin expressed his surprise at the homage—or what he perceived as an oversight. “HA!!! WETIN DEY HAPPUN FOR HERE? LOL. I’ve got no issue with an artiste freestyling another artist’s song on stage for a second as a sign of respect. It’s cool,” he wrote.

He added a note of incredulity over the effort put into the performance: “BUT when you go through a great length to actually rehearse my 22-year-old monster hit song with your one million man live band… haba.”

Jazzman’s message was equal parts humorous and business-minded. While acknowledging the generational gap between his music and Adekunle Gold’s Afropop style, he emphasized that he is still an active performer and expects professional courtesy. “I may be a little too old to be singing your generation’s music, but I’m certainly not too old to spend your generation’s money. Mr @adekunlegold, I’m still actively performing. Don’t beat around the bush. Next time, call baba,” he added.

The incident has sparked wider discussion about intellectual property, recognition, and respect within Nigeria’s music industry, highlighting the importance of dialogue between veteran artists and newer performers. Fans and industry watchers alike are now waiting to see whether Adekunle Gold will respond to Jazzman’s call.