Spyro Laments Decline of Conscious Music, Says “Vibes Alone” Fuel Society’s Moral Decay

Nigerian singer Oludipe David, popularly known as Spyro, has sparked a fresh conversation about the state of modern music, insisting that the industry has “lost its original value.”

Speaking during an interview on Adesope Live, the “Who’s Your Guy” crooner—who has consistently positioned himself as a voice for conscious and morally driven music—argued that today’s songs prioritize fleeting vibes over meaningful messages.

According to Spyro, this shift has contributed significantly to the moral decline of the younger generation.

He said:
“In the past, artists were passing meaningful messages regardless of whatever genre they were doing. But now, music is just vibes. We are just vibing.
“In as much as vibes are cool, I feel like music has lost its intrinsic value. Back then, you would get goosebumps listening to music.
“A lot of the decadence we have in society today can be traced to the fact that music has lost its value. We are now just singing for money. A lot of us are in the business for money, not to make impact.”

Spyro emphasised that while he appreciates “vibes,” he believes artists have a responsibility to merge entertainment with values that uplift society.

Opinion: Spyro’s Critique Hits a Nerve — And the Industry Should Listen

Spyro’s remarks may ruffle feathers, but they highlight a conversation many music lovers have been whispering for years: Has music lost its soul?

Today’s industry is dominated by quick hits, catchy hooks, and lyrics designed to go viral rather than touch the human spirit. Music, once a tool for storytelling, resistance, healing, and cultural preservation, is now often reduced to background noise for clubs and TikTok challenges.

But Spyro’s point is not that vibes are bad—vibes are the heartbeat of Afrobeats.
The real issue is imbalance.

When every song becomes about alcohol, women, luxury, or carefree living, young listeners begin to believe life has no deeper meaning. And whether we like it or not, music shapes behaviour, identity, and even social norms.

His call for artists to combine “vibes with values” isn’t old-school—it’s forward-thinking. The world is hungry for songs that feel good and do good.

Spyro’s message is a reminder that music can entertain and enlighten. And maybe, if more artists embrace that balance, the next generation will not just dance to songs—they will grow from them.