Smada in Hot Water: Accused of Biting Boohle's 'Hamba Wena' Vibe in 'Smada Eh!' – Legal Clash with Deep London Adds Heat

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Nigerian artist Smada, professionally known as Adams Olabode Michael, is facing severe backlash amid allegations of song theft regarding his recent release, "Smada Eh!" The controversy centers on striking similarities between Smada's track and the Amapiano hit "Hamba Wena" by Boohle and Deep London.

SMADA EH OUT EVERYWHERE LFGGG😭! pic.twitter.com/i18ZlXyUBN

— smada eh? (@SuperSmada) October 26, 2023

Smada, a versatile singer and songwriter under NATIVE Records and Def Jam Recordings, gained recognition with his EP "NÜNIVERSE" and the breakout single "Ye Anthem." However, the shadow of controversy now looms large over his latest release.

Why are you not creating your own thing rather than stealing wena Smada ? Nonsense

— Nolukhanyo Reneilwe Mzozoyana (Laundry Girl) (@NMzozoyane) November 23, 2023

Listeners and fans have raised concerns about the unmistakable similarities between "Smada Eh!" and "Hamba Wena." Accusations of plagiarism have surfaced, asserting that Smada's track bears an uncanny resemblance to the South African original, prompting discussions about artistic integrity and the impact of potential intellectual property infringements.

Stick to Afro Beats and stop ruining our South African genre (Amapiano) and a very good song that needed no remix pic.twitter.com/6OjFCDVAJO

— ツ O R I (@Ori_RSA) November 23, 2023

The Original: "Hamba Wena" by Boohle and Deep London:

"Hamba Wena" marked a significant achievement for Boohle and Deep London, earning them accolades for Best Amapiano Song and Best Viral Challenge. The awards underscore the track's authenticity and its impact within the Amapiano genre.

Social media platforms have become a battleground for disappointed fans expressing their anger and frustration. Comments like "Why are you not creating your own thing rather than stealing, Smada?" reflect the sentiment that "Smada Eh!" is not an homage or interpretation but a direct replication of the original work.

The legal action against this @SuperSmada have been taken . This guy will pay … This is copyrights infringement.. https://t.co/an1AFENyJj

— Deep London (@DeepLondonZA) November 23, 2023

Deep London

said that legal actions have been initiated against Smada for copyright infringements, signaling the seriousness of the allegations. The outcome of these legal proceedings will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on Smada's career and the broader conversation about artistic originality.