CDQ Claims He Is a Better Rapper Than Blaqbonez, Phyno, Olamide and MI Combined

Nigerian rapper CDQ has sparked a fresh debate in the country’s hip-hop community after making a bold claim about his lyrical ability.

During a recent appearance on the Faloh Frequency podcast, the rapper said he considers himself a better rapper than Blaqbonez, Phyno, Olamide and MI Abaga combined.

“I am a better rapper than Blaqbonez, Phyno, Olamide and MI combined.”

CDQ Says Lyrical Depth Matters More Than Popularity

CDQ explained that commercial success and popularity are not the standards he uses when judging rap ability.

According to the rapper, lyrical substance, quality and depth are more important measures of a rapper’s skill. He argued that, based on those criteria, he believes his own writing stands above that of many established Nigerian rappers.

His comments have generated discussion because the four names he mentioned—Blaqbonez, Phyno, Olamide and MI—represent different generations and styles within Nigerian hip-hop.

CDQ Also Gives Blaqbonez Credit

Interestingly, CDQ’s comments about Blaqbonez are not entirely dismissive.

In the same podcast discussion, he reportedly described Blaqbonez as stronger musically than Odumodublvck, while saying Odumodublvck has an advantage when it comes to personality. CDQ also placed Blaqbonez ahead of Falz, Ice Prince, Reminisce and Vector in terms of music.

That makes his later statement about being better than Blaqbonez particularly notable.

The Claim Has Stirred Debate Among Rap Fans

A clip from the interview has circulated online, prompting different reactions from fans and followers of Nigerian hip-hop.

Some have focused on CDQ’s confidence and his argument that lyrical ability should be separated from commercial popularity. Others have questioned his assessment, particularly because of the reputations and bodies of work associated with the rappers he named.

CDQ’s statement remains his personal assessment, rather than an objectively measurable ranking of Nigerian rappers.

As of the latest reports, there has been no public response from Olamide, Phyno, MI Abaga or Blaqbonez directly addressing the specific claim.