Nigerian artist, WizKid, is celebrating his debut album, “Superstar,” that was released 13 years ago.
‘Superstar’, WizKid’s first album, made him very famous and became a cultural landmark.
It influenced many artists and fans globally.
WizKid also known as Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun grew up in the bustling city of Lagos, Nigeria.
WizKid’s Journey to Stardom
His passion for music was evident from a young age, with his early involvement in church choirs and local music groups.
In addition, the album was released in 2011. “Superstar” was a masterful blend of Afrobeats, reggae, dancehall, and R&B.
It featured hits like “Holla at Your Boy,” “Tease Me/Bad Guys,” and “Pakurumo,” which quickly became anthems across Nigeria and beyond.
The Producers
Key producers like Samklef, E-Kelly, and Masterkraft talk about how they made the album,
Also, they shared the new and creative methods they used to bring “Superstar” to life.
The Album was released in through Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E) and it contained 17 hits.
Furthermore, Nigerian music producer Samklef, also known as Samuel Oguachuba, celebrated Wizkid’s superstar album.
Also, he shares details of the rough process of producing tracks of the album on his official page on X.
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Also, Wizkid, while celebrating the album, referred to himself as a millionaire in every currency and appreciated God for his blessing over his family and health.
The Anniversary
The debut album, “Superstar,” gained more attention after Wizkid announced its 13th anniversary on social media.
Also, after the announcement, the “Superstar” album climbed into the top 10 on Apple Music Nigeria.
Unimaginably, 13 years after its release, “Superstar” continues to be a defining album in the world of Afrobeats.
Its impact on the music industry and its cultural significance cannot be overstated.
