Entertainment
Wizkid Sets New Spotify Nigeria Record with ‘Piece of My Heart’ Featuring Brent Faiyaz

Nigerian music sensation Ayodeji Balogun, widely known as Wizkid, has achieved yet another milestone in his illustrious career.
His latest single, Piece of My Heart, featuring American R&B star Brent Faiyaz, has broken the record for the biggest streaming day on Spotify Nigeria.
The track amassed over 1.016 million streams in just 24 hours, making it the first song in the country’s history to surpass the 1 million stream mark on Spotify Nigeria in a single day.
This remarkable achievement places Nigeria alongside only 21 other countries where a song has received over a million streams on its Spotify chart in a single day.
As a result, Piece of My Heart debuted on the Global Spotify Chart at number 90, with a total of 1.7 million streams on its release day.
Globally, the track garnered an impressive 2.27 million streams on its first day, cementing its success on a worldwide scale.
The collaboration between Wizkid and Brent Faiyaz, a rising star in the American R&B scene, was highly anticipated, and the numbers reflect the global appeal of both artists.
Faiyaz, known for hits like Dead Man Walking and Gravity, has been carving out a name for himself in the R&B genre with his unique sound.
Teaming up with Wizkid, who has become a global icon in Afrobeats and African music, the duo created a track that resonated with audiences both locally and internationally.
This new record also marks the biggest streaming debut for a song by an African artist in Spotify history, further highlighting Wizkid’s dominance on the global stage.
Over the years, Wizkid has continued to break barriers, becoming one of the most successful African artists worldwide.
From his early hits like Ojuelegba to global smash hits like Essence, he has consistently pushed the boundaries of African music, bringing it to the forefront of global entertainment.
The success of Piece of My Heart continues to build on the momentum Wizkid has gained over the years.
His collaboration with Brent Faiyaz underscores his ability to effortlessly blend genres and work with top international artists, further establishing him as a key player in the global music scene.
With this record-breaking achievement, Wizkid continues to elevate Afrobeats and Nigerian music to new heights, while also inspiring a generation of African artists to aim for the global stage.
The historic streaming numbers also reflect the growing influence of Spotify in Nigeria since its launch, as more Nigerian listeners connect with local and international music on the platform.
As Wizkid and Brent Faiyaz celebrate the success of Piece of My Heart, the song is likely to continue climbing the charts and solidify its place as one of the standout tracks of the year.
Entertainment
“You Have to Dream It Before You Achieve It” – Wizkid Shares Secret to Succeed

Grammy-winning artist Ayodeji Balogun, better known as Wizkid, has opened up about what it truly takes to succeed. The 34-year-old music star emphasized the power of vision during an interview at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York, where his documentary Wizkid: Long Live Lagos premiered.
When asked if he always believed he would reach this level of success, Wizkid responded confidently, “Absolutely. You have to dream it before you achieve it. I’ve always seen this coming.” He went on to encourage young people to qqqstay focused, remain authentic, put in the work, and never stop believing in God.
The event also marked a special moment for Wizkid and his longtime partner Jada Pollock, as they publicly introduced their daughter, Morayo, for the first time. The singer was seen holding her while posing for photos alongside Jada and close team members.
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Bimbo Akintola Opens Up About Her Acting Journey and Special Favor for Iyabo Ojo

Nigerian Actress Bimbo Akintola shares her acting journey alongside her friendship with colleague, Iyabo Ojo.
The actress shared that she first met Iyabo Ojo when she was 19 years old, she described her as a person full of life and joy to act.
Akintola then spoke on an incident when she pleaded for a role for the sake of Iyabo Ojo. “Iyabo offended me when I got her a lead role. I don’t beg for roles, but I did for her. She was pregnant.”
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Wizkid’s Message of Hope: ‘I Wish the Best for Africa’s Creative Future’

Popular Nigerian Singer Wizkid speaks on the state of Nigeria and Africa, he expresses his desire for the country to be a better place.
“I hope that every artist from Africa gets to tell their story like this. Because I’m not the only one from that hustle, we all came from there. I feel like everyone deserves the chance to tell their story like this.
“I always wish for more success for the whole culture; from music to film to sports. And I wish for better government. I’m just a very positive human being regardless of any thing. I wish the best for everyone making amazing music and amazing art from Africa.”
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