International music sensation Nicki Minaj has heaped praise on Nigerian Afrobeats star, Wizkid. The American rapper made this revelation during a recent live stream on StationHead, where she discussed her admiration for him.
Minaj expressed her respect for Wizkid’s talent and personality. “He’s a very, very cool, chill guy. He’s really that guy, very smart. I have much love and respect for him,” she said, expressing her admiration for the Nigeria -born singer.
The two music icons reportedly met while Minaj was working on her 2018 album, Queen, in a studio in Queens, New York.
While their paths crossed during this period, there has been much speculation about a collaboration between the duo. She previewed it on IG live.
Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Balogun, is known with his infectious blend of Atrobeats and international pop.
Wizkid, often hailed as the “Starboy,” has been instrumental in propelling Afrobeats from a niche genre to a global phenomenon.
The moment in Wizkid’s career came with the release of One Dance featuring Drake, which topped charts globally. This collaboration not only introduced Afrobeats to a massive Western audience but also solidified Wizkid’s status as a global superstar.
Subsequent hits like “Come Closer” and “Essence” further cemented his position as a leading figure in the genre. Beyond Drake, Wizkid has worked with other international artistes.
He collaborated with Beyonce on Lion King:
The Gift album, on the track Brown Skin Girl, a song which celebrated Black beauty and culture, resonating with audiences worldwide.
Additionally, he partnered with British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, on the remix of Shape of You.
Wizkid, hails from the vibrant and bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria.
Born and raised in the Ojuelegba neighborhood, a suburb of Surulere in Lagos, he has become a symbol of African music, inspiring countless young artists and opening doors for the next generation of Afrobeats stars.
