Over two years since the passing of the renowned singer, Sound Sultan, 2Baba continues to honor and celebrate his late friend. On Instagram, 2Baba shared a heartfelt note, addressing Sound Sultan and reflecting on significant developments in the music industry.
In the note, the legendary singer expressed that their dream and aspiration for Nigerian and African music domination have come true. 2Baba humorously mentioned that he has become an upcoming artist, but he won’t easily give in to the new talents emerging. He concluded by noting that there are many stories to share as they step into the New Year.
“YO Lanre,
like play like play we don enter 2024
Plenty story for ground.
That our dream and wish for NAIJA/AFRICA music take over and respect don come true o,
I don even turn to upcoming artist again Lai Dis. But we no go gree
MUTIJU.
ONELOVERELIGION.”
Recalling Sound Sultan’s passing on July 11, 2021, due to ‘Angioimmunoblastic T-cell Lymphoma’ (throat cancer), 2Baba paid a visit to his grave while in the United States, connecting with his three children from Babymama, Pero Adeniyi.
In 2022, marking the first anniversary of Sound Sultan’s death, 2Baba expressed his deep longing for his friend. Then, in February 2023, 2Baba wrote another heartfelt note, expressing how much he missed Sound Sultan and pledging to continue celebrating his legacy until they reunite.”