American singer T-Pain has acknowledged a surge in his popularity among Nigerians, attributing it to recent discussions about him on social media.
In a heartfelt message, he expressed gratitude for the attention, noting that it has positively impacted his career.
“My career has been on the rise since Nigerians started talking about me on social media. I’m not sure why exactly they’re discussing me, but I assume one of my songs must have gained popularity there,” T-Pain stated.
The singer shared a significant personal milestone, revealing that a street was recently named after him. He described this as a “monumental milestone” for his legacy and assured fans that more music was on the way. “Thank you, Nigeria, for the love. I’ve got new bangers coming for y’all!”
Interestingly, the renewed interest in T-Pain comes amid a period of economic hardship in Nigeria. Frustrated by rising costs and economic challenges, many Nigerians have jokingly nicknamed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu “T-Pain,” drawing parallels between the singer’s name and the “pain” they associate with the president’s leadership.
While the nickname has sparked humorous conversations online, it also underscores the public’s growing discontent with current economic realities.
For T-Pain, however, the unexpected association has provided a welcome boost to his global recognition.
