Nigerian-American rapper Wale reveals how he helped Wizkid reach international audiences, hosting him in Beverly Hills and collaborating on early music
Nigerian-American rapper Wale has shared details of his role in the early international exposure of Nigerian Afrobeats singer Wizkid, describing him as a close friend and collaborator for nearly a decade.
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Speaking during a livestream with comedian Carter Efe, Wale recounted that he once accommodated Wizkid in Beverly Hills, California, for a whole summer while they wrote music together.
“I have been following Nigerian music, there are so many Nigerian artists that I like listening to. There are some I know personally like Wizkid. Me and Wizkid have been cool for almost 10 years now. I remember taking him to his first BET Awards show,” Wale said.
The rapper referred to Wizkid as “my boy” and highlighted their musical collaborations, including the track “Drop for Me,” which they created during their time in California.
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Wale’s remarks underscore his ongoing support for Nigerian artists and his involvement in connecting Afrobeats talent with international audiences.
Peculiar Adirika is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, business, and public affairs.
