Less than 24hours upon release, Wizkid’s 6th studio album and tribute to his late mother, ‘Morayo’ is already dominating the top 17 spots on Apple Music.
This album’s title, ‘Morayo’, which means “I see joy” in Yoruba, is a deeply personal homage to Wizkid’s late mother, Juliana Morayo Balogun, who passed away in August 2023.
Reflecting on the emotional inspiration behind the project, Wizkid earlier described it as his best work yet, tweeting in July, “Best album I ever made!! Now listen! It’s only up from here!”
The album, released on Friday, November 22, under Starboy Entertainment and RCA Records, adds yet another gem to the singer’s milestone.
The 16-track album showcases Wizkid’s signature Afrobeat sound, interwoven with themes of loss, resilience, and joy. It includes an array of collaborations with both local and international stars:
Piece of My Heart featuring Brent Faiyaz, a fan-favorite that has already climbed to No. 4 on the U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart.
Bad Girl featuring Asake, another highlight from the album, following their Grammy-nominated collaboration MMS.
Après Minuit featuring French star Tiakola and Bad For You with Jazmine Sullivan, bringing global appeal to the record.
Other tracks include Kese (Dance), Troubled Mind, and Pray amongst others.
Nigerians have also reacted massively to his new release. Here’s how Netizens are reacting:
@papmentor wrote: “Wiz don pass GOAT, na Cow walai he too good 🙌.”
@majorsiz: “Wizkid catered for all his audience on Morayo. He made the album with intentionality and care. There is a song for everyone and vibe for every mood. Perfect body of work!!”
@geraldineakusoba: “@wizkidayo is a Living Legend. I bless the womb that birth him.”
@emi_ika_aka_idan” “See as today be like Christmas 😂😂.”
_tomi_lola_: “Omo!! Na bulldozers we go use farm this one!!!! dem go too cry for the numbers!!!”
tobex_222: “Tonight kon be like cross over night seh wizkid too Abi 😂.”
@bigsam159: “Wizkid be like blue film everybody Dey watch am but Dey always deny say them no like am.. 😂😂😂.”
By Ezinne Okorie.
