Award-winning Nigerian singer Wizkid, born Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, has issued a strong warning to music fans on social media.
In a post on his verified Instagram page on March 15th, 2024, Wizkid stated that those who consider Afrobeats their favorite music genre should not attempt to download his upcoming album.
Like Burna Boy, Wizkid has moved away from Afrobeats towards a new sound influenced by Davido, Portable, and other Nigerian artists.
The Grammy Award-winning artist emphasized that he is not an Afrobeats artist and should not be labeled as such.
In his words; “I am not a fvcking Afrobeats artiste! don’t call me that hoe!, I’m not Afro anything bitch.”
Rebranding himself as a new version of Wizkid, he made it clear that fans of his older music, such as “Pakurumo,” should not expect the same style on the upcoming album.
Wizkid confirmed that the album is completed and will be released soon, while also boasting about his son Zion’s financial success compared to his peers and fans on social media.
In his words; “Album done, see you soon bitches. Zion richer than you niggas lol!.”
He continues; “And pls Abeg if you like Pakurumo Wizkid don’t download this new album..in fact delete me from ur playlist and your life.”
“And if you like Afrobeats, pls don’t download my album.”
See screesnhot of Wizkid viral post below;
