Skales and DJ Neptune reacted after people mocked Mr. May D’s street performance. They urged respect for his hustle and said today’s struggle does not prevent tomorrow’s success.
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A video of Mr. May D performing on the street went viral. Some people mocked him. Skales and DJ Neptune spoke up in his defence.
DJ Neptune asked people to show respect for Mr. May D’s hustle. He said Mr. May D uses his talent to make a living legally. He wrote: “Your fellow man is hustling legally for his daily bread with his God-given talent … E red today, no mean say e no go green tomorrow.”
Skales praised Mr. May D’s work. He said Mr. May D did not harm anyone, urged him to stay diligent, and said God will watch over him. He criticised those mocking Mr. May D, saying many have no real achievement but mock someone who works honestly. He wrote: “God bless you May D … na honest work you dey do you no kill person … stay deligent … GOD GATCHYOU BROTHER”.
Wizkid’s associate Tufab mocked Mr. May D’s performance. Tufab’s comment drew pushback from fans and other artists. Skales called Tufab “old man” who trolls online without achievements. Mr. May D responded by telling critics to be quiet and said they are human too.
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