- Popular singer Wizkid recently received a gold certification in New Zealand for his album Made in Lagos
- This is not the first time the singer’s Made In Lagos album has been certified Gold
- TheRadar curated a list of 7 Gold certifications received by Wizkid for Made In Lagos album so far
The fourth studio album, Made in Lagos, by the sensational Afrobeats artist Ayodeji Balogun, widely recognised as Wizkid, stands out as his most critically acclaimed project.
This album showcases a rich tapestry of sounds, blending various musical influences that highlight Wizkid’s artistic evolution and resonate with listeners around the globe.
Each track is a testament to his unique style and the vibrant culture of Afrobeats, making Made in Lagos a significant milestone in his career.
Adding to its certification, the album on Tuesday, January 7 was announced to have been certified Gold in New Zealand, a feat that further proved the record smashing potential of Wizkid’s work.
Wizkid’s latest certification in New Zealand, also means that only two Nigerian albums are certified in New Zealand, which include his Made In Lagos Gold certification and Burna Boy’s Gold certification for
About ‘Made In Lagos’ album
The Made In Lagos album is Wizkid's fourth studio album. It was released on October 30, 2020, by Starboy Entertainment and RCA Records.
Recognised as one of his most critically acclaimed works, the album features appearances from Burna Boy, Skepta, H.E.R., Ella Mai, Tems, and Damian Marley, amongst others.
It is one album on which Wizkid proved that Afrobeats and R&B are his forte, with international collaborations that rode on his cultural influences. The album notably received a nomination at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards for Best Global Music Album.
Wizkid’s ‘Made In Lagos’ Gold certifications
TheRadar curated the Gold certifications of Made in Lagos as certified by Music Recording bodies of countries where it was certified.
- Gold In New Zealand — 7,500 unit sales (RMNZ) — 2024
- Gold In UK — 100,000 units sales (BPI) — 2023
- Gold In USA — 500,000 unit sales (RIAA) — 2022
- Gold In the Netherlands —20,000 unit sales (NVPI)
- Gold In Canada — 40,000 unit sales (Music Canada)
- Gold In Switzerland — 10,000 unit sales (IFPI)
- Gold In Belgium — 60,000 units of sales —2023
10 best surprise on-stage appearances of Wizkid
TheRadar earlier reported that Nigerian Afrobeats star Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, had severally left fans stunned by his surprise appearance to support fellow artistes on stage.
Following Wizkid’s recent surprise on-stage performance at SeyiVibez’ concert, TheRadar looked back at the 10 best surprise performances of Wizkid to support fellow artistes in the Nigerian music scene.
