Sensational Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid has surprised his fans as he released the list of his top 5 current favourite Nigerian artists.
The 32-year-old sensational singer who recently revealed he is on vacation from music went online to list his current favourite artists.
Listing out their names, “Oju Elegba crooner mentioned singers such as Odumodublvck, Rema, Asake and bloody_civ.
However, social media users have wondered why he failed to mention Davido’s name.
Wizkid hailed this quintet as “superstars” and specifically gave a shout-out to Shallipopi.
Amidst a series of posts, the ‘Essence’ hitmaker declared his readiness to dance to Shallipopi’s tunes, affirming that even if a mere cough were part of the song, it wouldn’t dampen his enthusiasm.
Some have opined that he is mentioning up-and-coming singers because he, Davido, and Burna Boy might just be on the same level.
He wrote;
“Yeah my fav artiste rn
@odumodub/eck
@heisrema
@asakemusic
@bloody_civ
F.cking superstars!”
See reactions that trailed this;
Mandy_Chuks said: “He will never mention Davido because he knows they’re levels to this shiiii ❤️”
Oluwa_loni_ile wrote: “If nah Davido now una go call ham clout chaser…… what do we call this one now ????”
Bhale_richie commented: “Davido go dey shake for where he dey like this”
tolani_baby typed: “We must arrest person wey sell loud wey baba smoke this morning oo ”
i_am_courage stated: “Na why Davido big pass Wizkid, see the kind things e dey post since morning while na now I know sey even burna boy matured pass Wizkid ”
With a huge fanbase, several awards, and honorary mentions, Wizkid is among the leading names in African music.
The multiple award-winning singer recently hinted that he is on a five-year hiatus from music.
He also humorously contemplated a range of activities he would indulge in during his break.
The Afrobeats star urged his fans to prioritise their well-being and cherish moments with loved ones.
While teasing his new album, Wizkid said he has made enough music to retire.
“I have enough music to retire, we are recording everyday so imagine how much music I have now,” he had said.
“I love the recording, the performing, I love everything to be honest. I have built my life around this for years, this is the only way I know.”
