The debate over who holds the title of Nigeria’s greatest musical export may finally be nearing its resolution, as Wizkid continues to smash records with his newly released album, Morayo.
The highly anticipated project has set a remarkable new standard for the most single-day streams of any album in Spotify Nigeria’s history.
Morayo garnered an impressive 12 million streams on its release day in Nigeria, more than doubling the previous record set by Asake’s Lungu Boy.
Globally, the album achieved 16.27 million streams on Spotify within its first 24 hours.
It marks the biggest debut for any African album on the platform to date.
Adding to this success, Wizkid also broke the record for the most single-day streams for a song in Spotify Nigeria’s history with his track Kese (Dance).
This new milestone surpassed his own previous record, held by Piece Of My Heart.
Also, it further cements his dominance in the Afrobeats genre.
The triumph of Morayo highlights Wizkid’s status as a global pioneer for African music.
The album’s masterful fusion of Afrobeats, R&B, and contemporary pop has captivated listeners across the world.
Also, it showcases Wizkid’s unrivalled talent for creating music that transcends cultural and geographical barriers.
For enthusiasts of Nigerian music, this achievement represents a landmark moment.
While the ongoing debate over Nigeria’s foremost artist persists, Wizkid’s latest accomplishments speak volumes.
As he continues to push boundaries and set new benchmarks, it falls to fans to decide who truly deserves the crown of Nigeria’s greatest artist.
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However, one thing is indisputable: Morayo is not just an album.
It is also a proof to the ever-growing influence of African music on the global stage.
