Wizkid sets record of biggest stream by any song on Spotify
Ace Nigerian singer, 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 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 surpasses 1 million opening day streams on Spotify.
Wizkid’s album, Morayo, which translates to “I see joy” in Yoruba, is a heartfelt tribute to his late mother, Juliana Balogun, who passed away in August 2023.
The album, launched on November 22, features a tasteful selection of artistes across genres.
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