Burna Boy Remembers AKA In Heartfelt Posthumous Birthday Tribute
Burna Boy Remembers AKA In Heartfelt Posthumous Birthday Tribute. Grammy Award-winning Nigerian superstar Burna Boy has paid an emotional tribute to the late South African hip-hop legend Kiernan “AKA” Forbes, honouring him on what would have been his birthday.
In a moving Instagram Story that quickly spread across social media, Burna Boy addressed AKA by his beloved nickname, Supa Mega, reflecting on their complicated history and the missed moments that continue to weigh on him. The message revealed regret over creative plans that never came to life, despite the pair having privately made peace before AKA’s passing.
“Happy birthday Supa Mega,” Burna Boy wrote. “We fell out over nonsense, even though we squashed it over Twitter DMs nobody knew about. We never got the chance to really link up and do what we were supposed to do. I will regret that till I see you again. Until then, rest in peace, Mega.” The post was accompanied by a throwback photo showing the two artists standing together in a relaxed kitchen setting, both dressed stylishly and radiating mutual respect.
The tribute arrives as fans continue to honour AKA, who was tragically gunned down outside a Durban restaurant on February 10, 2023, at the age of 35. Born on January 28, 1988, AKA became one of South Africa’s most influential rappers, earning acclaim for his sharp lyricism, chart-topping hits, and impact beyond music through business and culture.
Burna Boy and AKA’s relationship had publicly fractured following tensions during the 2019 xenophobic attacks in South Africa, which targeted Nigerian nationals. Their disagreement played out online at the time, with both artists openly defending their perspectives. Burna Boy’s revelation that the two later reconciled privately adds emotional depth to the tribute, highlighting a forgiveness that remained unseen by the public.
AKA’s influence continues to echo across the continent, inspiring a new generation of artists and fans alike. Burna Boy’s tribute stands as a powerful reflection on loss, reconciliation, and the importance of resolving differences while time allows.
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