Social media critic Verydarkman fires at Bella Shmurda, saying he’s cursed and that his new album “flopped like his music career.” The exchange intensifies their ongoing feud and draws reactions online.
Social media critic Verydarkman has launched a fresh verbal attack on singer Bella Shmurda, claiming the artist is “cursed” and will not succeed in music. The critic accused him of using shade and attention-seeking behaviour to promote a new release that Verydarkman says “flopped like his music career.”
According to Dockaysworld, Verydarkman accused Bella Shmurda of staring the conflict by indirectly shading him through Instagram stories. He said Bella’s setbacks are spiritual and vowed not to end their feud any time soon.
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He told Bella Shmurda “You will never do well in music cause you’re cursed,” adding that Bella’s desire for attention was hurting his credibility. Verydarkman claimed Bella’s new album underperformed and accused him of being too focused on spectacle rather than substance.
Bella has not issued a detailed response at the time. His fans have taken to social media to defend him, with some criticizing Verydarkman for being overly harsh or unfair. Others argue that entertainment often involves provocation and that this rant fits that tradition.
Reactions online are divided. Some praise Verydarkman for speaking bluntly, while many emphasize respect for Bella’s past achievements. Discussions are trending about whether calling someone “cursed” has consequences or crosses a line.
The feud reinforces how online fame can fuel real conflicts in Nigerian entertainment. For Bella Shmurda, the controversy may affect how new releases are received. For Verydarkman, his role as critic is boosted by attention, but also subject to backlash.
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