Nigerian music sensation Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, may be a global Afrobeats icon today, but his journey to stardom is rooted in grit, hustle, and unwavering dedication.
His childhood friend, N6 a media personality and rapper, recently shared heartfelt memories of their early days in Surulere, Lagos, offering fans a rare glimpse into Wizkid’s humble beginnings.
According to N6, he and Wizkid first bonded over football and music as teenagers. The duo became regulars at the famed OJB Jezreel’s studio, which served as a launchpad for many Nigerian stars including 2Baba.
Wizkid, even then, stood out with his relentless drive and talent. He was known to hustle for features, charging between ₦10,000 and ₦20,000 for hooks.
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“He was versatile, hardworking, and hungry,” N6 recalled. “Nobody gave him anything. He earned every inch of his space.”
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Their friendship, forged in music and mutual respect, still holds strong today. N6 also pointed out that despite Wizkid’s immense success and occasional feuds in the industry, “nobody has bested him in beefs,” a nod to Wizkid’s composure and focus.
However, these recollections add depth to the narrative ahead of HBO’s highly anticipated documentary ‘Wizkid: Long Live Lagos’, set to premiere on December 11.
The film will explore Wizkid’s rise from the gritty streets of Lagos to global stages a journey shaped by raw talent, persistence, and the kind of support that friends like N6 offered in the early days.
