Today marks the 30th birthday of Nigerian superstar, Ayo Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid.
From his debut studio album, Superstar in 2009, where he released “Holla at Your Boy” to his newest singles, ‘Smile’ and ‘Cool Me Down,’ Wizkid has attained massive recognition across the global musical sphere.
Here is our selection of Wizkid’s 30 best songs for his 30th birthday.
1. Oluwa Lo Ni
Just starting out, Wizkid describes his struggles and references God as his helper. Oluwa Lo Ni was released in 2011.
2. Baddest Boy
A show-killing banger off The Empire Mates State of Mind, this collaboration album from Wizzy, Skales, and EME boss Banky W. Baddest Boy was released in 2012.
3. Tease Me
Call it a teaser if you will, you could tell that Wizkid was having fun freestyling. A classic sing-along jam, Tease Me was released in 2010.
4. Naughty Ride
Featuring Major Lazer, this banger has a melodious summertime ring to it. For the best dance floor moves on beach nights, we 100% recommend!
5. Jaiye Jaiye
Featuring Nigerian musician Femi Kuti, Wizkid infuses some staccato saxophone lines and, of course, Sarz on the Beat with his signature sound.
6. CARO
It’s 2020 and we are still looking for Caro. The Afropop song was in collaboration with Nigerian recording artist L.A.X. Caro, released in 2013, was part of Wizkid’s album Ayo (2014).
7. Show You The Money
Basically, Starboy gave this as a birthday jam to his loyal fans. Show You The Money was released today in 2014.
8. Joy
Joyyyyy. Nothing but joy. A series of appreciation for his fans and all those that have been supportive. Joy was a heartfelt number released in 2014.
9. Don’t Dull
A smash record from his Superstart Album, Don’t Dull is a confidence booster. Chances are, you can’t listen to this jam without nodding in agreement.
10. Sweet Love
Sweet Love is an ode to Wizkid’s fans, a cult following as most people would call it. It chronicles an artist-fan relationship that is as authentic as it is powerful.
11. African Bad Gyal
A classic collaboration between two great talents, this track from Wizkid and Chris Brown feels newer with every listen.
12. Final (Baba Nla)
This jam inspired one of Wizzy’s many nicknames, Baba Nla. A distinct reverence in this title carries through the entire track, making it one of Wizkid’s most memorable works.
13. Nowo
DJ Spinall teams up with Wizkid to give us this classical jam, and it was the rave of 2018!
14. Love My Baby
An evergreen jam for lovebirds, both aspiring and in relationships.
15. In My Bed
Cocky and sensual, bursting with tunes, and a massive club banger.
16. On Top Your Matter
7 years and still fresh. Right here is a good tune!
17. Pakurumo
Pakurumo inspires the typical Nigerian party vibe.
18. Low
With an amazing melody, this feature with Larry Gaaga hasn’t done enough listen time in the clubs in our opinion.
19. Fever
Social media caught the Fever. Tiwa Savage also came really hot on this.
20. Ghetto Love
Wizkid has always been about sounds that inspire dancehall vibes. This track is all the proof you need.
21. Come Closer
When a Nigerian joins forces with a Canadian, the merging of cultures, sounds, and art are nothing short of sublime!
22. Joro
Pure entertainment. You’ll love to hear this in the club.
23. Gucci Snake
You will need your Shaku Shaku dance skills on this banger with Slimcase
24. Gidi Girl
You will just love Wizkid’s young and dope voice on this!
25. No Lele
This still has like the best intro in the history of Afrobeats
26. Wad Up
Mad track. The lyrics were really back in the day.
27. Back To The Matter
Maleek Berry pon this. If you’re feeling “spiritual”, say yeah yeah
28. Azonto
Coupled with viral dance from Ghana, Azonto, this hit was an equally viral success.
29. Sisi Nene
You may have forgotten about this track because Wizkid never stops churning greatness, but this is a sound you should jam to again.
30. Ojuelegba
The legendary for the last. Do you think this is Wizkid’s best song ever?
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