Nigerian music icon Olamide has proclaimed fellow superstar Wizkid as the greatest Afrobeats artist of this generation, placing him directly behind legendary pioneer Fela Kuti in the genre’s history.
The declaration came during a public appearance where Olamide revealed his perspective was shaped by their extensive collaborative history. “I’ve had the privilege of working with Wizkid,” stated the rapper, whose remarks sparked enthusiastic cheers from the audience. “We’ve created numerous songs together since our first collaborations in 2011.”
Witnessing Artistic Evolution
Olamide emphasized that their joint musical journey allowed him to observe Wizkid’s artistic development firsthand. “Our collaborations helped me understand his remarkable growth in the industry,” he explained. The YBNL label founder highlighted how Wizkid’s work expanded Afrobeats’ global footprint, stating this international influence cemented his status as a genre-defining artist.
DaGrin’s Enduring Influence
This tribute follows Olamide’s recent reflections on another Nigerian music legend. Days earlier, he acknowledged how the late rapper DaGrin profoundly influenced his career. Olamide described DaGrin’s album as one of the few rap projects that resonate deeply across southwestern Nigeria, serving as his personal creative inspiration.
“Whenever I need motivation, I revisit DaGrin’s music,” Olamide shared in a viral clip, noting the album remains culturally significant years after its release. These dual tributes highlight Olamide’s perspective on the artists who shaped both his journey and the broader Afrobeats movement.
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