Zambian rapper Y Celeb has sparked conversations following his decision to extend his performance at King Dandy’s tribute concert to 30 minutes, while other artists were given less than five minutes on stage. The outspoken artist took to social media to explain his reasons for the extended set, a move that has drawn mixed reactions from fans and fellow musicians alike.
According to Y Celeb, his decision was not based on ego but on principle. He revealed that he intentionally extended his performance because he didn’t want any other artist to perform after him. His reason? Y Celeb believes that many artists started showing fake love to the late King Dandy only after his passing, a trend he strongly disapproves of.
“I performed for 30 minutes because I wanted to honor Dandy Krazy genuinely. Most of these artists are pretending now that he’s gone, and I didn’t want to share the stage with people who didn’t appreciate him while he was alive,” Y Celeb stated.
The rapper also emphasized his deep respect for King Dandy, calling him an inspiration and a trailblazer in the Zambian music industry. He added that his extended set was his way of paying tribute to the legendary artist in a meaningful way, rather than merely going through the motions of a performance.
While some fans praised Y Celeb’s bold stance and heartfelt tribute, others criticized his decision, suggesting that it overshadowed the collective effort of the concert meant to honor Dandy Krazy.