Nigerian Juju music icon, Sir Shina Peters, has stirred conversations online with a bold claim that he has produced more timeless hits than the late American pop legend, Michael Jackson.
Taking to social media, the Afro-Juju pioneer reflected on his decades-long career and emphasized the value of creating songs that endure across generations.
“At the end of the day in showbiz, what really counts is how many evergreen songs you’ve made. To my credit, I have four evergreen tracks. Even Michael Jackson only has two — Thriller and Heal the World. So if I have four, then I am truly accomplished,” Peters said.
Sir Shina Peters, whose energetic fusion of Juju and Afrobeat dominated Nigerian airwaves in the 80s and 90s, used the opportunity to highlight the importance of longevity in music.
According to him, true musical greatness was not defined by fleeting popularity, but by songs that continue to resonate for generations.
The veteran musician’s comments have sparked mixed reactions, with some praising his confidence and others questioning the comparison with one of the world’s most celebrated entertainers.
