Nigerian singer Portable has reacted to rapper Ycee’s comments about TikTok creator Peller, defending the social media personality amid an ongoing online debate.
The singer criticised Ycee’s remarks about what the rapper described as the growing celebration of low standards among young Nigerians.
Portable argued that Peller should not be blamed for another person’s career struggles.
Ycee criticises ‘Peller culture’
The controversy started after Ycee spoke about the changing values among Nigerian youths during an interview on the Afropolitan podcast.
The rapper expressed concern that online fame and controversial content were increasingly being prioritised over education, skills, and intellectual growth.
He referenced what he called “Peller culture”, using the TikTok creator as an example of the trend.
Peller and Portable react
Peller later responded to Ycee’s comments, describing the rapper in strong terms.
Portable also joined the conversation through an Instagram video, where he defended the TikTok star and challenged Ycee’s criticism.
The singer argued that entertainers should take responsibility for their own career journeys rather than blame others for their setbacks.
Portable questions Ycee’s achievements
During his response, Portable compared the current popularity of Peller with Ycee’s music career, questioning why the rapper was criticising a younger creator.
He also referenced Ycee’s past hit song “Jagaban” while making his argument about career success.
The exchange has sparked reactions online, with Nigerians debating the role of social media fame, education, and entertainment success.
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