Wizkid sets new record on Spotify
By Joy Obanya
Ace Nigerian Artist, Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has set a new Spotify record for the biggest streams by any song.
The superstar’s recently released album titled “Morayo” has claimed the number 1 spot on the Apple Music Nigeria Chart, with all his tracks dominating the charts to positions.
One of his singles from the album titled “Kese (Dance)” set the record for the highest opening day stream on Spotify Nigeria with 1.5 million streams.
Another single “Piece of My Heart” also surpass 1 million opening day streams on Spotify.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Wizkid’s album, Morayo, which translates to “I see joy” in Yoruba, is a heart felt tribute to his late mother, Juliana Balogun, who passed away in August 2023.
The album, which was launched on the Nov. 22, features tasteful selection of artistes across genres. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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