Wizkid’s Morayo album arrived with immense anticipation, and it didn’t disappoint. Marking his return to the soulful, mature sound he teased with Made in Lagos, the album showcases not just sonic growth but also strategic dominance. Since its release, Morayo has made a powerful impact both at home and globally.
Here are 10 major things Wizkid’s Morayo album has achieved since it dropped:
1. Debuted at No. 1 on Apple Music Nigeria
Within hours of release, Morayo soared straight to the top of the Apple Music Nigeria albums chart, showing that Starboy’s hold on the Nigerian market remains rock solid.
2. Charted in Over 30 Countries
The album didn’t just resonate locally. Morayo charted on Apple Music in over 30 countries, including the UK, Canada, Ghana, South Africa, and the UAE. It reaffirmed Wizkid’s status as a global Afrobeats ambassador.
3. Broke Spotify Nigeria First-Week Record for an R&B-Inspired Project
With Morayo, Wizkid blended Afrobeats with R&B, soul, and minimal alté. The project broke records for a genre-blending album on Spotify Nigeria in terms of first-week streams, proving that fans are receptive to his evolving sound.
4. “Diamonds” Becomes a Viral Hit
The standout track “Diamonds” quickly caught fire on TikTok and Instagram Reels, becoming one of the most used audio snippets in Nigeria and across the Afrobeats-loving diaspora.
5. Featured on Billboard’s World Albums Chart
Just days after its release, Morayo debuted on Billboard’s World Albums Chart, marking another international milestone for Wizkid and highlighting the album’s global appeal.
6. Received Praise from International Artists and Media
Global stars including Alicia Keys, Stormzy, and Skepta all showed love for the album. Media houses like Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, and The Guardian UK praised Wizkid for his artistic growth and minimalist storytelling.
7. Sparked a New Wave of R&B-Afrobeats Fusion in Nigeria
Following Morayo‘s success, a wave of younger Nigerian artists started releasing slow, R&B-leaning Afrobeats songs, signaling Wizkid’s continued influence on the direction of the genre.
8. First Nigerian Album to Be Played During a Burberry Runway Show
Wizkid’s influence in fashion met his music when tracks from Morayo were used as part of the soundtrack for Burberry’s SS26 show in London, a first for any Nigerian project.
9. Sold Out the Morayo Experience Concerts in London and Lagos
To promote the album, Wizkid hosted The Morayo Experience in both London and Lagos. Tickets for both events sold out within minutes, reaffirming his power as a performer and crowd-puller.
10. Opened Conversations Around Fatherhood, Legacy, and Vulnerability
Beyond the music, Morayo sparked deep conversations about Wizkid’s personal life and artistic evolution. The album title, which many believe is named after his mother or daughter, reflected a more intimate side of the usually private superstar.
Wizkid’s Morayo album isn’t just a project. It’s a statement. A statement of maturity, global ambition, and musical fearlessness. With Morayo, Wizkid continues to redefine Afrobeats on his own terms while inspiring a new generation of artists and reshaping the industry’s boundaries.
If these achievements are any indication, Morayo will be remembered not just as a great album but as a cultural moment.
