Skit Maker Carterefe Expresses Disappointment Over Machala’s Exclusion from Headies Awards Nomination
Following the announcement of nominees for the 16th edition of the Headies Awards on July 12, 2023, popular skit maker Carterefe, known as one-half of the duo behind the viral song Machala, has voiced his disappointment regarding the song’s absence from the nominations.
Taking to his social media platform on Thursday, July 13, 2023, Carterefe expressed his belief that Machala deserved at least a nomination from the award show.
During an Instagram Live session, Carterefe’s comments drew the attention of over 4000 viewers, who shared varied opinions on his claims. While some agreed that Machala deserved recognition, others pointed out that there were other projects that were also overlooked for a Headies award nomination.
Criticism and backlash are not uncommon for award shows, as their choices of nominees and winners often spark discussions and debates among fans and within the music industry. The Headies Awards, a well-established music award show in Nigeria, has been a subject of such conversations in the past. The process of selecting nominees involves subjective considerations, taking into account factors like commercial success, critical acclaim, popularity, and industry influence.
As the Headies Awards continue to gain attention and generate conversations, it remains to be seen how the organizers will respond to the feedback and criticism from artists and fans alike.
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