Nigerian superstar Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has unveiled his long-awaited album, Morayo.
Released at midnight on November 22, 2024, the Grammy-winning artist dedicated the album to his late mother, after whom it is named.
The 16-track project features collaborations with renowned artists such as Brent Faiyaz, Jazmine Sullivan, and YBNL sensation Asake.
Following its release, Morayo quickly gained traction on streaming platforms and became a hot topic on social media.
Many Nigerians, including celebrity friends, have shared their reactions, praising the album and its artistry.
See some comments below:
Big Wiz album #Morayo already charting on the Naija Apple Music Chart .. GOAT 🐐 🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/qYBBRC5fbl
— Tobiloba 😎 (@Oluwathobie1) November 22, 2024
Like damn @wizkidayo & @Tiakola_Meloo this is insanely beautiful.. The chorus is Blissful like WTF ayo balogun.. I'm proud & happy Big wiz is Nigerian❤️. @RecordingAcad treat this with respect🙏. #WizkidMorayo #Morayo #tiakola #Wizkidfc #KeseDance pic.twitter.com/bcshpG6n4p
— MAS J👑👑 (@MichaelSe58097) November 22, 2024
Wizkid FC, we are all proud of Ayo Balogun for dropping a masterpiece. Have you streamed #Morayo ???? Big Wiz is music himself. pic.twitter.com/EulcmefOfW
— Virgin Boy👑❤️ (@Davekenadu) November 22, 2024
Wizkid gave us Fuji, Afrobeats, Pop, RnB, French Pop, Hip hop, Soul, Highlife on one album.
Morayo is a masterpiece!
Big Wiz is exactly who he thinks he is!
— Iseunife The First (@Shawnifee) November 22, 2024
"Morayo" by Wizkid is a quantity over quality album, literally two songs divided into subparts. It might be a commercial success due to hype, but unf@rtunately it's n@t the album of the year people hope it will be. A lot of songs sound repetitive, with lyrics showing that it was…
— Daniel Regha (@DanielRegha) November 22, 2024