Afrobeats megastar, Burna Boy, has opened up about why he prefers living in Nigeria to staying in the United States.

During his first Twitch appearance with streamer PlaqueBoyMax, the Grammy-winning singer said that despite America’s fame and comfort, he feels a deeper sense of liberty in his home country.

According to Burna Boy, “The definition of freedom is in my country. I can never be fully free here. Guys end up in jail here in America.” The singer stressed that Nigeria, despite its flaws, offers him the space to express himself without fear or restrictions.

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The comment has since gone viral, sparking debates online about cultural identity, systemic inequality, and how African artists perceive the Western world.

Burna Boy made the remarks while joining PlaqueBoyMax’s late-night Twitch segment titled In The Booth, marking his first-ever appearance on the live-streaming platform.

During the session, Burna Boy discussed his three upcoming projects and his creative process, emphasising his commitment to writing his own lyrics.

He said originality is his greatest strength and one of the reasons fans connect deeply with his music.
The stream quickly became a trending topic across social platforms, with clips circulating widely and fans praising his candidness and cultural pride.