By Chinemerem Ndinojue Grammy-winning Nigerian artist, Ayodeji Balogun, famously known by his stage nameWizkid, has released his sixth studio album, “Morayo” in tribute to his late mother, Jane Balogun, who passed on in August 2023.  The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the much-anticipated 16-track album was release on streaming platforms on Friday. The tracks include hit songs — Troubled Mind, Karamo, Kese (Dance), Bad Girl, Time, Pie…

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Wizkid releases new album ‘Morayo’ in tribute to late mother

Wizkid’s new album, “Morayo,” is here, and it’s definitely worth the wait. After the heartbreaking loss of his mum, Jane Dolapo Balogun, last year, Wizkid is pouring his heart into this album, turning his grief into a beautiful tribute. “Morayo,” which means “I See Joy” in Yoruba, is all about celebrating life, love, and the legacy his mum left behind. This is Wizkid’s 6th studio album, and it’s packed with some seriously exciting collaborations…

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Wizkid’s "Morayo"—A Beautiful Tribute to His Mother & the Joy of New Beginnings

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Wizkid has finally dropped his sixth studio album “Morayo,” after months of anticipation. Wizkid’s new album became available on all streaming platforms early Friday morning, November 22, 2023. Morayo is a heartfelt tribute to his late mother, Jane Dolapo Balogun, who passed away in August 2023. Tracks on the album include: ‘Troubled […]

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Wizkid Finally Releases His Sixth Studio Album ‘Morayo'

Nigerian Afrobeat star Wizkid has finally released Morayo, his much-awaited fifth studio album. The record, which was released on streaming services early Friday, pays homage to Wizkid’s late mother, Jane Dolapo Balogun, who died in August 2023. Songs like “Troubled Mind,” “Karamo,” “Kese (Dance),” “Bad Girl,” “Time,” “Piece of My Heart,” and “Pray” are among the 16 tracks on the album. Renowned performers including Asake, Brent Faiyaz, Jazmine …

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Wizkid Pays Tribute To His Late Mother With The Release Of “Morayo,” His Fifth Studio Album

Wizkid’s Ginger featuring Burna Boy has been certified Gold in the U.S., achieving 500,000 units in combined streams and sales equivalent units, as announced by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) on November 22, 2024. The track was released as the third single from WizKid’s Made in Lagos album on January 21, 2021. Accompanied by a visually striking music video directed by Meji Alabi—renowned for his work on Burna Boy’s “Pull Up…

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Wizkid Earns Two New RIAA Gold Certifications as New Album 'Morayo' Charts in 19 Countries - World Music Views

Grammy-winning artist Wizkid has unveiled his highly anticipated album, Morayo, a heartfelt 16-track tribute to his late mother. The album features an impressive lineup of collaborations, including Brent Faiyaz, Asake, Jazmine Sullivan, Anaïs Cardot, and Tiakola. READ ALSO: Wizkid’s “Kese (Dance)” Breaks African Streaming Record on Spotify Ahead of the release, Wizkid dropped two chart-topping singles: “Piece of My Heart” featuring Brent Faiyaz …

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Wizkid drops Morayo in tribute to his late mother

Wizkid’s new album, “Morayo,” is here, and it’s worth the wait. After the heartbreaking loss of his mum, Jane Dolapo Balogun, last year, Wizkid is pouring his heart into this album, turning his grief into a beautiful tribute. “Morayo,” which means “I See Joy” in Yoruba, is all about celebrating life, love, and the legacy his mum left […] The post Wizkid’s “Morayo”—A Beautiful Tribute to His Mother & the Joy of New Beginnings appeared first on St…

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Wizkid’s “Morayo”—A Beautiful Tribute to His Mother & the Joy of New Beginnings

AC Milan star Rafael Leao was recently seen vibing to Kese, Wizkid’s latest track, introduced to him by his Nigerian teammate Samuel Chukwueze, Soccernet.ng reports. This is not the first instance of the pair bonding over Afrobeats. Earlier, Leao shared clips of himself and Chukwueze grooving to Asake’s Lonely at the Top after Milan’s thrilling UEFA Champions League victory over Real Madrid. Recently in a video circulating on social media, the P…

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Chukwueze infects Rafael Leao with Wizkid fever as he vibes to ‘Kese’

Grammy-winning Nigerian artist, Ayodeji Balogun, famously known by his stage name Wizkid, has released his sixth studio album, “Morayo”...

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Wizkid releases new album “Morayo” in tribute to late mother

Today signifies a full-circle moment in music, as Nigerian worldwide superstar Wizkid releases his highly anticipated sixth studio album, Morayo. The body of work is both a celebration of joy and an emotional ode to his late mother. Morayo-the title-translates to “I see joy” in Yoruba, symbolizing how personal this project is. A Personal Ode to His Roots Morayo reflects Wizkid’s journey, paying homage to his heritage while exploring universal th…

Wizkid releases new album ‘Morayo’ in tribute to late mother

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