A brief overview of Wizkid, highlighting his impact and significance in the music industry.
Rise to Stardom: Wizkid’s Inspirational Journey
Wizkid, a multiple award-winning musician from Nigeria, is known for his hit albums, singles, and collaborations including Ojuelegba, Brown Skin Girl, Come Closer, and One Dance. He was signed to Empire Mates Entertainment (EME) records, where he released his debut and sophomore albums, Superstar and Ayo (Joy), and worked with artists ranging from Beyoncé to Drake.
Early Career and Breakthrough:
Wizkid’s first commercial feature was on M.I. Abaga’s single Fast Money Fast Cars in 2008. This performance led to his signing with EME Records by Banky W. He featured on two songs from Banky W’s debut album The W Experience in 2009, and his first official single, Holla At Your Boy, in 2010 brought him critical acclaim and established him as a promising artist.
Superstar Album:
In 2012, Wizkid released the Superstar album, which included hits like No Lele, Pakurumo, and Don’t Dull. Following the album’s success, Wizkid headlined a sold-out UK tour in 2012 and a USA tour later that year.
Leaving EME:
In 2013, Wizkid left EME and released his sophomore album Ayo (Joy) in 2014, which was his last under EME. His remix of Ojuelegba featuring Drake and Skepta and the hit One Dance with Drake brought him international success.
In 2014, Wizkid founded Starboy Records. The first song released was Caro featuring L.A.X. Wizkid has since signed artists like Terri and collaborated with brands like Nike, Puma, and Ciroc, enhancing his net worth through endorsements and world tours.
In 2016, Wizkid signed with RCA Records, a subsidiary of Sony Music. He released Come Closer featuring Drake and his third studio album, Sound from the Other Side (SFTOS), under RCA.
Wizkid has had notable feuds, such as with Davido in 2017, but they have since reconciled. His collaborations span artists like 2Baba, Tems, Beyoncé, Burna Boy, and Drake.
Some of Wizkid’s most iconic songs include:
Wizkid’s international achievements include:
Wizkid has performed at various prestigious events globally, such as:
Wizkid – Essence (Official Video) Ft. Tems
Wizkid – Smile (Official Video) ft. H.E.R.
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