TML Vibez Names Wizkid, Asake, Olamide, and Seyi Vibez as Key Inspirations On Yanga FM
Rising Nigerian street-pop sensation TML Vibez has once again proven why he’s one of the most intriguing voices in Afrobeats today. In a candid interview on Yanga FM 89.9 Lagos circulating widely across social media platforms, the hitmaker revealed his biggest musical inspirations: Wizkid, Asake, Olamide, and—notably—Seyi Vibez.
“I get my inspiration from Wizkid, Asake, Olamide, and Seyi Vibez,” TML stated directly, naming the quartet that has undeniably shaped his melodic, introspective sound blended with raw street energy.
This revelation comes against the backdrop of past tensions that still linger in fan circles. TML Vibez rose to prominence under Seyi Vibez’s Vibez Inc. imprint, distributed through Dapper Music, delivering collaborative bangers like “Goated” and “Where I’m From”. However, a messy split in 2025 sparked accusations of betrayal, with Seyi Vibez fans labelling TML a “Judas” for aligning closer with Dapper after the separation. Rumours of contract disputes, revenue splits, and blocked releases fuelled heated online debates, fracturing the once-solid “NSNV” (No Seyi No Vibez) loyalists.
Yet, in this new interview, TML not only includes Seyi Vibez among his top influences but also reportedly clarified his origins, crediting Dapper Music for discovering him first via DMs and facilitating early collaborations. This nuance has reignited discussions, with some fans “crashing out” over the perceived downplaying of Seyi Vibe’s mentorship role, while others praise TML’s balanced perspective.
In an industry often plagued by ego-driven beefs and public fallout, TML Vibez’s approach is refreshingly mature. By publicly honouring Seyi Vibez—the artist who undeniably amplified his breakthrough—alongside established giants like Wizkid, Olamide , and Asake. It’s a subtle masterclass in navigating label politics: acknowledge your roots, credit those who elevated you, and keep creating.
This moment underscores a broader truth in Nigerian music—inspirations transcend contracts and drama. Olamide has long been the blueprint for ghetto-to-global success, Wizkid the symbol of longevity and innovation, Asake the proof of viral authenticity, and Seyi Vibez the voice of raw emotion that TML himself echoes.
