Liverpool star Hugo Ekitike during a recent interview with ESPN UK has revealed his admiration for Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Asake, naming him as one of his favorite artists alongside American rappers Gunna and NBA YoungBoy.
During the interview, the striker was asked the question “who are the three music Artistes you love listening to? and his response was straight “Gunna, Asake and NBA YoungBoy are the best 3 artistes I love to listen to.”
The 22-year-old French striker also shared his favorite football players, naming Thierry Henry, Didier Drogba, and Mohamed Salah as his all-time greatest players.
Asake’s growing global influence has been making waves, resonating with fans and celebrities alike. Ekitike’s appreciation for Asake’s music highlights the increasing popularity of Afrobeats worldwide.
Ekitike’s fondness for Asake’s music isn’t surprising, given the Nigerian artiste’s chart-topping hits like “Lonely at the Top” and “Basquiat”. Asake has become one of Africa’s most streamed and celebrated contemporary artists.
