Wizkid
Nigerian singer and songwriter
Born
July 16th, 1990
34 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Nigeria
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A prominent Nigerian singer and songwriter, achieved recognition for contributions to the Afrobeats genre. Gained widespread acclaim with the album 'Made in Lagos' released in 2020. Collaborated with several international artists, increasing global awareness of African music. The track 'Essence' garnered significant attention and placed high on various music charts, solidifying a reputation as a leading figure in contemporary music.
Released the album 'Made in Lagos'
Achieved international acclaim with 'Essence'
Collaborated with Drake on 'Come Closer'
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