Singer Seyi Shay has spoken about her long-standing feud with fellow artiste Tiwa Savage, saying she holds no grudge and is open to reconciliation.
The ‘Right Now’ singer made this known in an interview with Punch Saturday Beats, responding to Tiwa’s recent comments about their rift.
Asked about claims that she replaced Tiwa on a Pepsi campaign while Tiwa was pregnant, Seyi said, “That period was purely a brand decision, not a personal one. I have never had any reason to celebrate another woman’s challenge or misfortune. I respect Tiwa’s journey deeply. She’s an incredible artiste and a trailblazer. There’s no bad blood on my end; only respect and acknowledgment of her contribution to the industry.”
Speaking further on their fallout and diss track years ago, she said, “We were both under pressure and navigating a very competitive industry. When emotions run high, it’s easy to miscommunicate or react defensively. Time and maturity have given both of us a clearer perspective. If I could go back, I would choose communication over confrontation.”
On the possibility of sitting down with Tiwa to clear the air, Seyi added, “Yes, I would. Life is too short for lingering tension. If having that conversation helps heal narratives and sets a better example for women in music, I’m open to it, whether privately or publicly. We’ve both come a long way, and I think there’s strength in showing that women can rise above old narratives.”
The rift between both singers dates back to 2021 when a video of their confrontation at a Lagos salon went viral. Their fallout reportedly stemmed from a diss track and speculations that Tiwa had blocked opportunities for other female artistes.
In a recent interview on OffAir with Gbemi and Toolz, Tiwa denied ever sabotaging anyone’s career.
Tiwa also said she was hurt by the diss track but has moved past it.
