Wizkid, one of Afrobeats' brightest stars, has reached a historic milestone with the release of his sixth album, 'Morayo', which kept all 16 tracks on the Billboard Afrobeats chart for an impressive eight consecutive weeks. This remarkable achievement, recorded during the tracking period starting January 25, 2025, underscores the album's widespread popularity and its impact on the global music scene.
Chart-Topping Success and Records
The album's lead single, 'Piece of My Heart', featuring Brent Faiyaz, claimed the #5 spot, while the track 'Lose' made an impressive debut at #45.
'Morayo' broke streaming records, becoming the album with the highest first-week streams on Spotify Nigeria.
Notably, every song on the album achieved over 500,000 plays on its opening day on Spotify Nigeria — a groundbreaking accomplishment.
Live Performances and Influence
Wizkid has continued to captivate fans with live performances of tracks from the album at various events in Lagos. One standout moment was his appearance at the Oando year-end party, where he once again demonstrated his dominance on the music scene.
2025 Tour Announcement
Following the phenomenal success of 'Morayo,' Wizkid has hinted at a global concert tour in 2025, sparking excitement among fans eager to experience live renditions of their favorite tracks.
🌟 With 'Morayo,' Wizkid has not only solidified his position as one of the most influential artists in Afrobeats but also set a new benchmark for success in the music industry. Fans around the world eagerly await the next moves from this musical icon.