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Banky W Reveals Wizkid’s Journey as a “Studio Rat” Spending Hours Just to Record
Banky W, the renowned Nigerian music executive and artist, recently opened up about Wizkid’s humble beginnings, sharing how he went from hanging around studios to becoming one of the world’s biggest afrobeat stars.
In a widely circulated video, Banky W, who played a major role in launching Wizkid’s career under his label Empire Mates Entertainment (EME), recounted how Wizkid used to spend countless hours in different studios, struggling to afford recording sessions.
Banky W revealed that Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Balogun, often had to rely on the goodwill of producers and sound engineers, hoping someone would let him record a few minutes for free.
Describing Wizkid as a “studio rat” in those early days, Banky W emphasized how dedicated Wizkid was.
Without the financial means to pay for regular sessions, he would hang around studios for entire days, just waiting for an opportunity to jump on the mic.
This constant exposure to the studio environment honed Wizkid’s skills.
Banky W explained that Wizkid would use those long hours to work on hooks, melodies, and lyrics, all in anticipation of the rare moments when a producer would allow him a brief recording time.
Since he didn’t always have a lot of time to prepare, Wizkid developed the habit of freestyling melodies and coming up with ideas on the spot, which eventually turned him into a remarkably fast songwriter.
Banky W also noted that Wizkid’s ability to craft songs quickly became one of his standout traits and helped establish his reputation in the industry.
Wizkid’s knack for freestyling soon evolved into a unique style that caught the attention of EME, where Banky W saw raw potential in him and signed him to the label.
Reflecting on those early days, Banky W added that it was during this time that Wizkid began to earn his nickname, as his exceptional talent and swift songwriting ability led people to call him the “Wiz.”
Big Brother Naija’s Wanni and Handi, recently shared a shocking and painful experience about how a close friend betrayed them by leaking their private photos.
This was revealed as they discussed the difficult lessons they’ve learned about friendship and the trust they place in others.
In an interview on the BTS Reality Show podcast, the twins opened up about the deep emotional toll the incident had on them.
Wanni explained that the betrayal stemmed from an argument with a married woman they had considered a friend.
After confronting her over hurtful remarks she made about them, the woman responded by posting their private pictures on social media.
The twins shared how this experience, among others, has shaped their approach to relationships. They admitted that over time, they’ve grown wary of forming close bonds with others, especially after dealing with girls who had spread hurtful rumours about them.
They revealed that these experiences had made them much more cautious and defensive.
Handi added that they have learned to be more selective about the people they allow into their lives.
“We’re not just scared of people; we’re learning to protect ourselves,” she said.
“We’ve become more careful, and now we keep our circle small.
It’s not about being cold or distant, but about valuing trust and mutual respect.”
Additionally, they also mentioned that they now approach relationships with a more strategic mindset, keeping friends for specific reasons rather than forming bonds out of emotional necessity.
Their experiences have made them realize that not everyone has good intentions, and sometimes, even those closest to you can cause irreparable harm.
Elon Musk’s Estranged Daughter, Vivian Jenna Wilson states that she will be leaving the United States due to Donald Trump’s Victory.
Jenna, who cut ties with her father, Elon Musk, shares distaste against Trump’s policies to the lgbtq community. She shares on her social media page “I’ve thought this for a while, but yesterday confirmed it for me. I don’t see my future being in the United States”.
She states that she will uncomfortable, the daughter changed her gender and name to cut ties with her father after blaming him for being an absent father in her life.
Davido’s Latest Single “Awuke” Featuring YG Marley, gets to the top of the TurnTable Top 100 chart in Nigeria. ‘Awuke’ was released on October 31st, 2024 and quickly became popular and became the first single in Nigeria for YG Marley.
The collab has increased YG Marley’s popularity in Nigeria and has made him the eights artist to achieve a number 1 spot with a Davido Collaboration.
The success of this song has given more recognition to Davido collaborations and his partners. The Nigerian Artist has had multiple collaborations this year alone, which have become successful.
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