Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, has been flying the Nigerian flag high with his smooth voice and global sound. Over the years, he has teamed up with some of the biggest international stars, and the results are songs that people still can’t stop playing. Here are five of his best international collabs that continue to make waves:
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One Dance – Drake ft. Wizkid & Kyla
This song made history as the first ever to hit 1 billion streams on Spotify — and now it has over 3.5 billion! Wizkid’s catchy part in the song gave it that extra magic that made people keep coming back.
Brown Skin Girl – Beyoncé ft. Wizkid, SAINT JHN & Blue Ivy
This beautiful song celebrates Black women, and Wizkid’s smooth vocals blend perfectly with Beyoncé’s. It won a Grammy and remains one of the most loved songs from The Lion King: The Gift album.
Essence (Remix) – Wizkid ft. Tems & Justin Bieber
You probably already know this one. The remix took the original to a whole new level, with Justin Bieber joining in and making Essence a truly global hit.
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Bad for You – Wizkid ft. Jazmine Sullivan
This mellow, romantic tune brings out the best of both Wizkid and Jazmine Sullivan. Their voices match so well, making it perfect for slow nights and deep thoughts.
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Après Minuit – Wizkid ft. Tiakola
Wizkid went bilingual here, teaming up with French singer Tiakola. The vibe is calm, cool, and very much a midnight groove.