In a recent social media post, popular American rapper Robert Rihmeek Williams popularly known as Meek Mill ignited a firestorm of criticism after questioning how his music is consumed in Nigeria and South Africa.The rapper's inquiry, posted on X, led to accusations of ignorance and insensitivity from many African users.

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Meek Mill's query, "Do a lot of people play my music in South Africa? How do you all listen to our music in South Africa???? On what platform, or in Nigeria?" drew sharp rebukes as some felt it implied a lack of technological advancement in Africa's music distribution landscape.

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As the backlash intensified, the rapper became a trending topic on X, with critics highlighting the perceived assumption about the continent's technological capabilities.Some users responded humorously, suggesting absurd methods like listening through elephant trunks and town criers.

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In an attempt to clarify his intentions, Meek Mill responded to the criticism on Sunday, asserting that his inquiry was driven by a desire to understand how his music is distributed in Africa and manage his business effectively.The rapper explained, "I was asking how they listen to music in Africa because I want to handle my business.

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None of my contracts say they have rights to distribute me in Africa… basically looking for the money trail? I don’t know what platforms [are] used in South Africa."Meek Mill's response aims to dispel the notion of ignorance and emphasizes his business-oriented approach to understanding the African music market.

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