In a recent interview, Nigerian music icon Olamide Baddo made a bold statement about the Afrobeats genre. The king of Yoruba rap declared that Wizkid is the greatest Afrobeats artiste of his generation, second only to the legendary Fela Kuti.
Olamide praised Wizkid for taking Afrobeats to global heights, saying that while Fela Kuti remains the undisputed pioneer and revolutionary force behind Afrobeat music, Wizkid has carried the torch in ways few others have.
He credited Wizkid with redefining Afrobeats, making the genre mainstream across continents, and consistently showcasing Nigeria’s music culture to the world. Olamide described Wizkid’s impact as both transformative and inspiring, highlighting how he continues to elevate the genre on the international stage.
The statement has sparked conversations among fans and industry watchers, many of whom agree that Wizkid’s influence on Afrobeats’ global recognition is undeniable.