Controversy Surrounding AKA’s Lookalike Performance Sparks Mixed Reactions

Holifil

03 Apr, 2025

A viral video of a man resembling the late rapper AKA performing his iconic song All Eyes On Me has ignited heated discussions online.
Many fans have expressed their disapproval, labeling the act as disrespectful to AKA’s legacy and urging the impersonator to stop mimicking the rapper.
Social media comments highlight the importance of the lookalike carving out his own path instead of trying to replicate AKA’s career.

A viral video featuring a striking resemblance to the late rapper AKA performing one of his most celebrated tracks, All Eyes On Me, has sparked diverse reactions among fans. While some viewers were mesmerized by the uncanny likeness, others felt the act was a gross violation of AKA’s legacy, insisting the impersonator should cease such performances immediately.

A video of AKA’s lookalike failed to impress fans. Image: @akaworldwide Source: Instagram

The Resurgence of AKA’s Name in Social Media Conversations

The late South African rapper AKA recently trended on social media due to a video of a man bearing an uncanny resemblance to him performing on stage. The clip, which went viral, reignited conversations around AKA's influence and the ethical boundaries of impersonation.

The video, originally shared on X by the popular entertainment blog MDN News, features the lookalike passionately delivering AKA’s hit song All Eyes On Me. The accompanying caption simply read:

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"AKA’s lookalike performing one of his songs in a club."

Public Backlash Against AKA’s Lookalike

The internet buzzed with criticism as many social media users condemned the impersonator for what they viewed as a blatant disrespect to the late rapper’s legacy. Fans were vocal about their dissatisfaction, emphasizing the need for the impersonator to halt these performances before they escalated into something more damaging.

@Dr_Shiyaklenga voiced their concerns by saying:

"I just hope this is the last time we see this disrespect to Supermega’s legacy. This guy must start his own career and not hijack AKA’s career."

@MihlayonkeT chimed in with:

"I totally agree, this is creepy and disrespectful af."

@Tech_carnly added:

"Disturbing and disrespectful."

@Baldwin_Snr noted:

"People aren’t scared of being sued 😬"

@CallMeThato_ questioned:

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"How did they even allow him to do that! Next minute will be seeing a Ricky lookalike performing Bozz zonke."

@RNaidoo asked:

"Does AKA’s parents know about this Temu product?"

@Kathy_94764 expressed empathy but firm disapproval:

"I understand his frustration; we all don’t believe he's really gone 😭 but he must stop this nonsense of disrespecting AKA."

@AustineM_ offered a balanced perspective:

"Risky business this. Maybe skits on TikTok, yeah. But trying to duplicate him to the extent of performing live? He won't like the pending feedback."

K.O Confirms AKA’s Feature on Upcoming Album

Amidst the controversy surrounding AKA’s lookalike, award-winning rapper K.O announced that the late Kiernan Forbes, better known as AKA, will make a posthumous appearance on his upcoming album, I Think You Spoke Too Soon.

The much-anticipated album, I Think You Spoke Too Soon, has been generating excitement in the South African music scene. K.O, one of the top rappers in Mzansi, revealed details about the project, including collaborations with influential artists. Fans eagerly await the release, hoping for a tribute that honors AKA’s immense contribution to the industry.