Wizkid — born Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun in Surulere, Lagos — has built one of the most remarkable careers in African music history, transforming from a teenage prodigy into a global superstar whose collaborations with Drake, Beyoncé, and Justin Bieber have reached billions. His 2020 album Made in Lagos is widely considered the definitive Afrobeats album of the modern era. The single “Essence” featuring Tems spent over 55 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 and won the Grammy for Best Global Music Performance. In 2025-2026, Wizkid has collaborated with Afrobeats, reggae, and dancehall artists, deepening his musical legacy. His live shows sell out arenas and stadiums across five continents. He has become a symbol of Africa’s rising cultural confidence on the global stage.