Wizkid, born Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, has been repping Nigeria on the global stage with his smooth vocals and afro-fusion sound. From Lagos to London to LA, he’s teamed up with some of the biggest names in the music industry—and the results? Pure magic.
Here are five of his best international collaborations that are still making waves around the world:
1. One Dance – Drake ft. Wizkid & Kyla
This track made history as the first song to hit 1 billion streams on Spotify—and now it’s over 3.5 billion! Wizkid’s catchy flow added that signature Afrobeat spice, turning the song into a timeless banger.
2. Brown Skin Girl – Beyoncé ft. Wizkid, SAINt JHN & Blue Ivy
A heartfelt tribute to Black beauty, this Grammy-winning song from The Lion King: The Gift album features Wizkid’s smooth vocals blending seamlessly with Beyoncé’s. It’s powerful, soulful, and still gives goosebumps.
3. Essence (Remix) – Wizkid ft. Tems & Justin Bieber
You already know! The original was a hit, but this remix brought global fire, with Justin Bieber jumping on the track. It became the first Nigerian song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100 top 10. A cultural reset!
4. Bad for You – Wizkid ft. Jazmine Sullivan
Romantic, mellow, and full of feels. Wizkid and Jazmine Sullivan make a perfect pair on this sultry track. It’s that type of song you play late at night when you’re deep in your feelings.
5. Après Minuit – Wizkid ft. Tiakola
Wizkid goes bilingual with French singer Tiakola in this cool, laid-back tune. It’s smooth, groovy, and exactly what you want to hear after midnight. Afrobeat meets French flair—and it works.
From Afrobeats to R&B and even French pop, Wizkid keeps proving he’s a global music force. These collabs are just a few highlights from an artist who’s only getting bigger.
