Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, known by his stage name Wizkid, began his music career at just 11 years old in Lagos, Nigeria. In 2014, Wiz released his second album, titled Ayo, featuring a multitude of guest appearances, including a performance by Femi Kuti. The album also included Balogun’s global breakthrough track, Ojuelegba. The single not only cemented his status as one of Nigeria’s biggest pop acts but was also picked up and remixed by Drake and Skepta, propelling Wizkid into the international spotlight. In return, Wizkid appeared on Drake’s 2016 smash hit single, One Dance. Following his impressive international campaign, Wizkid established himself as a millennial pioneer for African entertainment.
