Wizkid Breaks Guinness World Records
Award-winning Nigerian singer Wizkid has achieved another impressive milestone, solidifying his position as one of the most successful African artists globally.
Wizkid’s hit song has officially entered the Guinness World Records.
Surpassing 1 billion streams on Spotify and becoming the first track to achieve this remarkable feat on the platform.
About Wizkid.
Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. Born in the Ojuelegba suburb of Surulere, Lagos.
Wizkid is a voice in the emerging Afrobeats movement.
His music is a blend of Afrobeats, afropop, R&B, afrobeat, reggae, dancehall, and pop.
“One Dance” – A Global Phenomenon.
The record-breaking song is the 2016 worldwide hit “One Dance” by Canadian rapper and singer Drake, featuring Grammy Award winner Wizkid and Kyla.
This iconic collaboration has not only topped charts but also broken barriers, showcasing Wizkid’s talent and influence on the global music scene.
Guinness World Records Announces the Achievement.
Guinness World Records took to their official X page to announce this impressive achievement, stating:
“The first song to reach one billion streams on Spotify was One Dance by Drake, Wizkid and Kyla #OTD in 2016.”
This recognition further cements Wizkid’s status as a music legend and a proud ambassador of Nigerian music.
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