Born Abidoye Oluwaseyi Kazeem, veteran Nigerian artist Maxi Kabiesi recently reflected on his enormous influence on the music industry, especially in the late 2000s.

The Port Harcourt-born musician revealed in an enlightening interview with Lucky Urdu that Burna Boy, a Grammy winner, used to respect him when he was just starting out in music.

Maxi Kabiesi went on to say that when Burna Boy, the worldwide sensation, returned to Nigeria to start his music career, he had the chance to work with him.

Reflecting on his journey, Maxi recalled being just 21 years old when he dropped his hit song “ChocoMilo” in 2008, a track that enjoyed widespread success.

However, the singer also opened up about the hurdles he faced after signing with a record label that slowed his career progression.

Despite these obstacles, Maxi remains optimistic and proud of his latest project—a collaboration with Duncan Mighty on the track “Carry Go”.

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The seasoned artist also reached out to Burna Boy, urging him to lend his support while expressing confidence that he has more than enough talent to regain his loyal fanbase.

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See some comments below:

@sally_s.k.o:”That year if them block Burna Boy from entering a show to perform, Na Maxi Dey carry am enter this one no be cap 🧢 ❤️ Maxi na Legend for PH city.”

@ijeh.chidi_fx wrote:”That’s the journey of life….not he that runneth but just the grace and mercies of God!”

@jaykliffyo:”This guy came out before your favourite artiste, na big name for Ph. Back then when you call Duncan mighty the next artist na @maxi_kabiesi. This man no be small man, everything wey he talk na real.”

@duch_peter:”Yes maxi was big at that time. I worked in a club in GRA in Port harcourt around 2010 so I know the in and out . All radio stations plays maxi & yes Burna was looking up to him then.”

@soso_9ja:”Burna boy use to look up to you then, so should we say that burna boy is looking down on you now?”

@dontomworldwide:”Everyone you call big today was once struggling and everyone up there today have their time… Nobody stays in the limelight forever… Respect those who have made their best in their time.”

@tenovertenautos:”Dem dey look up to u.. u sef why u go sidon?.. I love d lyrics “make lucky Udu no go whine me for old age” “

@nasty_mikky:”I am among people in south then, and i can tell you guys for free that he is very right.”