Renowned Afrobeats producer Osabuohien Osaretin, often known as Sarz, says that his sound has established industry standards.
According to him, singer Wizkid was the first to recognize his sound and understand his vision at a young age.
In a video message shared on his Instagram page, Sarz said that no one was doing that type of music until he and Wizkid created the sound "Samba."
He said: “I made a sound that became a benchmark for other Afrobeat producers to follow.
“I made a sound called ‘Samba.’ I remember no one was making anything like that at that time. I just wanted to do something that is African but at the same time the world in general understands. It was only Wizkid who saw the idea and knew exactly where I was coming from when I made Samba.”
Sarz stated that with Fela’s distinctive fusion of Afrobeat rhythms, jazz, and funk, he created a musical landscape that transcended borders and empowered a new generation of musicians to express their artistry.