- Afrobeats singer Wizkid has always made a statement with his studio albums on streaming albums
- Recently, his newly released Morayo album surpassed 100M+ streams on Spotify
- TheRadar curated the singer’s six studio projects that have achieved similar milestones
Nigerian singer Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, is not a new artiste to record-breaking feats on streaming platform Spotify.
His studio projects, as far back as 2011, still find their way to set remarkable records, as does his most recent sixth album, Morayo.
In a new development, on Wednesday, December 4, Wizkid’s Morayo, surpassed the 100 million threshold record on Spotify.
This feat is coming 11 days after its official release on November 22, 2024. It also marks the 34-year-old singer’s sixth album project to cross the milestone on Spotify.
Following this, TheRadar curated Wizkid’s 6 album projects that have surpassed 100 million streams on Spotify so far.
6 album projects of Wizkid that surpassed 100M+ streams on Spotify
- Morayo (2024)
Morayo is Wizkid’s latest album project to hit 100M+ streams on Spotify. The news comes a few days after several records set by the newly released sixth album project. It is barely two weeks and still on a charting spree. Notable songs off the album include Kese (Dance) and Piece of My Heart.
- More Love, Less Ego (2022)
As Wizkid’s 5th studio project was released in 2022, More Love, Less Ego has also generated over 100M+ streams on Spotify. The album delivered tracks like Bad To Me and Frames.
- Made in Lagos: Deluxe Edition (2021)
Made in Lagos: Deluxe Edition is another Wizkid’s album project that hit 100M+ streams on Spotify. Released in 2021, is a deluxe version of its original Made In Lagos album. It features artistes like Burna Boy, Skepta and Damian Marley.
- Made in Lagos (2020)
The 2020 Made in Lagos album is considered as one of Wizkid's most commercial projects. The 4th studio album has also surpassed over 100 million streams on Spotify. The album houses Wizkid’s record-breaking Essence track which features Tems.
- Sounds From the Other Side (2017)
Sounds From The Other Side is the third studio project by the Afrobeats star. It has also surpassed 100M+ streams to make the list. The 2017 project is one that defined the global status of Wizkid with tracks like Come Closer featuring Drake and African Bad Gyal featuring Chris Brown.
- Ayo (2014)
In 2023, Wizkid’s second studio project Ayo achieved the remarkable feat of 100M+ streams on Spotify. It further solidified the singer’s enduring musical legacy. The album released in 2014 is known for hit tracks like Caro and Ojuelegba.
TheRadar Playlist: 10 classic RnB singles by Wizkid you can’t skip
Meanwhile, TheRadar earlier spotlighted Nigerian Afrobeats singer and songwriter Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, who is undoubtedly exceptional with his distinct voice and unquestionable talent.
While the Essence crooner has made an indelible impact on the Nigerian and global music industry, it is critical to recognise that he does not exist in a vacuum as an artist.
Like every great singer, Wizkid’s music journey is a reflection of several influences from artistes and genres that have helped to shape his musical prowess over the years. On TheRadar’s playlist, we spotlighted the 10 best RnB singles of Wizkid we’ll always leave on repeat
