Wizkid

Wizkid

Jamaica JamaicaartistMaleb. 19907.0Global Dominance: 0.00%

Wizkid, born Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter known for his contributions to the Afrobeats genre. He gained international recognition with his hit single 'Ojuelegba' and has collaborated with global artists like Drake and Beyoncé. Wizkid is a multiple award winner, including the MOBO Award for Best International Act, which he has won twice.

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Nigerian superstar Wizkid is featured on Vybz Kartel's album God and Time.

5 Questions With Vybz Kartel | Entertainment
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-06-19
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Wizkid is frequently mentioned alongside Burna Boy and Davido in discussions about Nigeria's leading artists.

Burna Boy ahead of Davido, Wizkid in Nigeria, globally — 2Baba
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-02-08
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Wizkid's Gimme Dat was nominated but did not win at the 2026 Grammy awards.

Nigeria goes empty-handed as Tyla wins again
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-02-02
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Wizkid missed out on a trophy at the 2026 Grammy Awards despite multiple nominations.

Grammy 2026: Davido reveals ‘with you’ nearly cut from album
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2026-02-02
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Wizkid was one of the international music names that performed at the AiaSound festival.

Københavnsk musikfestival går konkurs
Politiken·DenmarkDenmark· 2025-12-12
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Tay Grin has previously brought global superstars such as Wizkid from Nigeria to perform in Malawi.

From Stage to State House: How Tay Grin Could Redefine Arts and Culture Leadership in Malawi - Malawi Nyasa Times
Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·MalawiMalawi· 2025-10-08
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Wizkid's magnetic set sealed the night with global polish.

ANALYSIS: Tay Grin at 20 — A Night That Redefined Malawian Music - Malawi Nyasa Times
Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·MalawiMalawi· 2025-09-09
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Rayvanny has outstreamed Wizkid on YouTube music.

Tanzania’s Rayvanny outstreams Davido, Wizkid, Diamond Platnumz on YouTube music
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2025-09-04
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With Wizkid commanding a massive global fanbase, Malawi gains exposure that money alone could not buy.

Tay Grin Explains How He Secured Forex to Bring Awilo and Wizkid to Malawi - Malawi Nyasa Times
Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·MalawiMalawi· 2025-09-02
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Wizkid's Afrobeat energy is highly anticipated for the concert at Silver Stadium.

Malawi SuperExcited: Tay Grin Lines Up Silver Stadium Mega Show With Awilo & Wizkid - Malawi Nyasa Times
Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·MalawiMalawi· 2025-09-01
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Wizkid's hit 'Ojuelegba' ranked second on Billboard's list.

Ghana’s Sarkodie, Amaarae make list of Billboard’s Afrobeats top Songs of All Time [Full List]
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-08-22
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Wizkid is one of the male artists in the so-called 'Big Three' of the Afropop industry.

Nigerian Afropop star says 'women are not respected in the industry'
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-12
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Omah Lay has collaborated with Wizkid, among other notable artists.

​Omah Lay confirmado para 41ª edição do Festival Baía das Gatas
Expresso das Ilhas – Cape Verdean newspaper & portal·Cabo VerdeCabo Verde· 2025-08-10
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Wizkid is a Nigerian superstar who has played a significant role in the rise of Afrobeats music globally.

rare photos chart the rise of Wizkid, Burna Boy and Davido
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-06
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Liquorose listed some of Nigeria’s biggest stars, including Wizkid, as her top music choices to dance to.

Beyond Dance – New Music & More
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2025-06-15
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Wizkid’s omission triggered a backlash from some quarters.

D'banj Names Top Afrobeat Artists
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2025-06-14
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Wizkid is a prominent artist with whom Peace Oredope has collaborated, creating a unique musical atmosphere.

How I build hits with Wizkid, Rema, Asake – Music producer, P.Priime
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2025-05-31
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Wizkid changed how we dress, Davido showed us how to hustle, and I’m showing how to be real.

Naya Dane eyes afrobeats domination
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2025-05-31
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Ayra Starr joins her male colleagues, including Wizkid, as the Nigerian artistes to have surpassed 1 billion views on YouTube.

Ayra Starr becomes first Nigerian female singer to hit 1 billion YouTube views
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-05-27
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Wizkid is a Nigerian artist known for his contributions to the afrobeats genre.

De Burna Boy à « Young, Famous and African », les promesses du « soft power » africain
Le Monde·FranceFrance· 2025-05-25
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Wizkid is one of the Nigerian artists who have sold out the O2 Arena multiple times.

Billboard names Olamide among 2025 global power players
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2025-05-21
9.0

Wizkid is a megastar in Nigeria's music industry, consistently dominating global charts.

The Untapped $10B Goldmine of Africa’s music and movie industries
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-04-24
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Wizkid’s collaboration with Brent Faiyaz, 'Piece Of My Heart', is at No. 8.

Tyla's 'Water' holds strong at No. 2 on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2025-04-02
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Artistes like Wizkid have contributed to Nigeria's success in the music industry.

No single artiste can take Ghana to the top, we need collaboration – Edem
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-03-31
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Konga recalled a memorable moment shared with Burna Boy and Wizkid in a blue room at Eko Hotel.

Why I refused to sue Burna Boy, says Konga
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2025-03-22
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Fiidbac draws inspiration from global icons like Fela Kuti, Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Drake.

Nigerian singer Fiidbac releases debut song
The Punch·NigeriaNigeria· 2025-03-13
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Rayvanny reveals that Nigerian music icon Wizkid inspired his smooth departure from Wasafi Classic Baby (WCB) without any drama.

Rayvanny credits Wizkid for inspiring his amicable exit from WCB
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2025-03-06
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Wizkid is a Nigerian artist who has collaborated with Kenny.

Director Kenny kaiheshimisha Bongo Fleva
Mwananchi·TanzaniaTanzania· 2025-03-01
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Wizkid is a Nigerian artist mentioned as having collaborated with Kenny.

Director Kenny kaiheshimisha Bongofleva | Mwananchi
Mwananchi·TanzaniaTanzania· 2025-03-01
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