Burna Boy’s 30-minute or so cameo on a live stream with PlaqueBoyMax has reignited talk that his long-running tension with fellow Nigerian star Davido is still very much alive. In the clip, Max receives a ten-subscription gift from a user named “dwmdavido.” When Burna notices it, he gives a subtle laugh and says, “Nah, nah, man.”
While the line may seem offhand to some, fans see it as symbolic of a rivalry that’s been simmering for years. The two artists, once collaborators (their 2011 cut “Trumpet” and a 2016 remix), haven’t publicly worked together since their relationship soured around 2019. Burna’s body language during the livestream, arching eyebrows, a quick glance, suggested he neither missed the reference nor the intent behind it.
It’s worth noting that both men are at high points in their careers. Burna’s global presence has exploded, and Davido, whose album 5 Ive dropped earlier this year, continues to dominate charts in Africa and beyond. Yet the behind-the-scenes undercurrent of ego, competition and respect remains. For fans, the gift from “dwmdavido” was less about money and more about visibility. Burna’s response may have been intentionally minimal, but the message landed.
Whether Davido will issue a formal reply or bury the moment remains unclear. But in an era of subtle jabs and viral moments, this livestream exchange might speak louder than any official statement. The power lies not in the shout but the implication, and for now both camps seem content to let the scoreboard build.
