Video: Does Money Create Foolishness? Debate As Fireboy’s Mom Helps Him With Earring

Fireboy DML caused a stir online after a video showed his mother helping him wear an earring, sparking a flood of mixed reactions.

Fireboy DML, one of Nigeria’s most celebrated music stars, is at the center of a heated cultural conversation after being captured in a video with his mother in a moment that has stirred strong reactions online.

A video shared on the X platform (formerly Twitter) shows the singer calmly seated while his mother gently helps him fix an earring on his ear. The simple act has ignited a wave of responses, especially in a society where men wearing earrings still sparks debate.

In many Nigerian homes, earrings on men are traditionally seen as rebellious or inappropriate. But for Fireboy, the support from his mother appears to challenge those long-standing beliefs. For some, it reflects the softening of parental attitudes. For others, it’s a clear sign that wealth and success can shift moral expectations.

“E get some kind money wey you go get ehn, some bad behavior go just turn normal for your parent face,” commented @Dmainman6.

Another user joked, “Shay na my mama go help me do this one,” while @ChochaIcekyd added, “Money will make everything you do look right in ur parents’ eyes.”

Not everyone saw the moment as strange. @Gwinoliver said, “There is nothing here nau. My mum has helped with mine too,” suggesting such acts may not be as rare as people think.

The discussion also took on a humorous tone, with many saying things like “Morals na for poor people” and “Just have money, nobody get standard,” capturing the belief that financial success often bends the rules.

Others praised Fireboy’s character and loyalty, recalling his time with the YBNL label. “So many artists would have left YBNL when Olamide was putting effort on Asake, but the guy stood and waited till he starts getting his chances back,” wrote @AweEmma63962984.

Some fans expressed admiration and love. “I love bruh so much. Your music makes me understand so much about life,” said @Olawale331033.

Beyond the jokes and admiration, some comments reflected deeper cultural tensions. “Na only popsy go dey vex. Mothers will be like, ‘Daddy ẹ jẹ ki àwọn ọmọ yí sẹ tiwọn.’ Mummy will support you sha, as long as the Bible & pastor align 75%,” shared @Fe2dmi.

Though Fireboy DML hasn’t commented publicly, the online chatter shows how a quiet gesture between mother and son can spark powerful conversations — about tradition, money, parenting, and the evolving face of modern masculinity in Nigeria.

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