Wizkid "Starboy" Biography : Net Worth, Girlfriend, Career, Recognition, Children, Endorsement, Education and Awards
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Alright as you all know Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun is one of the most celebrated Nigerian singer and songwriter.
BIRTH NAME:
Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun
DATE OF BIRTH:
Born July 16th, 1990.
AGE:
Currently 29-years of age.
PLACE OF BIRTH:
Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria
OCCUPATION:
Musician
Songwriter
NATIONALITY:
Nigerian
MARITAL:
Not married but currently dating
CHILDREN:
Wizkid have three (3) sons and all from different women.
Boluwatife Balogun is the first son and his mom is Oluwanisola Ogudugu.
Ayodeji Balogun is the second son and his mom is Binta Diallo.
Zion Balogun is the third son and his mom is Jada Pollock.
NET WORTH:
His estimate net worth is $14 Million [₦5Billion]
EDUCATION:
Wizkid attended Ijebu-Ode Secondary School Ogun State, he started his higher education at Lagos State University, but in the second year, he transferred to Lead City University. Wizkid was in 200 level he dropped out because of his music career.
GENRES:
Afrobeats
Reggae
Dancehall
Hip-hop
Pop
YEARS ACTIVE:
2001–present
LABELS
STARBOY, RC A Sony
ASSOCIATED ACTS:
Maleek Berry, Sarz, Legendury Beatz, L.A.X Banky W, Shaydee, Wales, Wande Coal, Tiwa Savage, R2Bees, Efya, Olamide, etc.
WHO IS WIZKID
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Wizkid "Starboy" is a Nigerian singer and songwriter, whose real name is Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, Wizkid is one of the fastest rising Nigerian Art probably one of the youngest too.
Wizkid 'Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun' was recently named one of the richest African musicians by Forbes.
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Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (born 16 July 1990), known professionally as Wizkid (sometimes stylized as WizKid), is a Nigerian singer and songwriter.
He started recording music at age 11 and managed to release a collaborative album with the Glorious Five, a group he and a couple of his church friends formed.
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In 2009, he signed a record deal with Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E).
He rose to prominence in 2010 with the release of the song "Holla at Your Boy" from his debut studio album, Superstar (2011).
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"Tease Me/Bad Guys", "Don't Dull", "Love My Baby", "Pakurumo" and "Oluwa Lo Ni" were also released as singles from the Superstar album.
In February 2014, Wizkid became the first ever Nigerian musician to have over 1 million followers on Twitter.
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Ayo, his self-titled second studio album, was released in September 2014.
It was supported by six singles: "Jaiye Jaiye", "On Top Your Matter", "One Question", "Joy", "Bombay" and "Show You the Money".
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Following the release of his second studio album and expiration of his 5-year recording contract, Wizkid left E.M.E.
HOW OLD IS WIZKID
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Wizkid is currently 29-years old at the time of this post.
WHEN IS WIZKID BORN, WIZKID DATE OF BIRTH
Wizkid was born on July 16, 1990.
WIZKID PLACE OF BIRTH:
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Wizkid was born in surulere, Lagos, Nigeria.
He was born into a polygamous family his father had three wives.
His mother is a Christian and his father a Muslim but Wizkid who decided to followed his mother to the church began singing in his local church at the tender age of 11 years.
WIZKID'S CAREER AND RECOGNITION
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He was not only a good vocalist but also a lead singer. Before his big break came in 2009, Wizkid released a couple of albums.
As part of the church choir, he produced an album. He later went on to form a singing group with five of his church friends, the group was known as “Glorious Five”.
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Before finally settled for the stage name Wizkid, he performed using other names such as “Glorious Five”, as well as “Lil Prinz”.
While using the name Lil Prinz, he was able to record an album with 7 tracks. Wizkid’s big break in the music industry came in the year 2009.
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This is after successfully collaborating with renowned musician M.I. The two artists produced the award-winning track “Fast Money” which not only went ahead to receive many nominations and awards but also received a lot of airplay both in Nigeria as well as in many other African countries.
In 2010, he released "Holla at Your Boy" The song earned him the Next Rated award at the 2011 Headies and he was nominated for Best Pop Single at the aforementioned awards show.
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Wizkid music video for the same song "Holla at your boy" was nominated for Most Gifted Newcomer Video at the 2011 Channel O Music Video Awards.
It was also nominated for Best Afro Pop Video at the 2011 Nigeria Music Video Awards (NMVA).
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His music career has grown ever since and has had the privilege of working with famous artists both locally and international.
Locally, he has worked with likes of 2Face Idibia, Naeto C, Sound Sultan, award-winning producer OJB, among others.
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Internationally, he has worked with Drake, Chris Brown, Trey Songz, French Montana, Kranium, Ty Dolla $ign etc.
In 2016, Wizkid became Nigeria’s first artist to emerge on Billboard’s Twitter Last 24 hours chart following his guest feature on Drake’s afrobeat-infused One Dance single, which appeared at number 21.
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By May, the song had reached number-one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, a position it maintained for 10 non-consecutive weeks.
This didn’t stop there, the song went on to become an international hit, topping the charts in 15 different countries, including the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, France, and Germany.
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In 2016, Wizkid achieved international recognition following his collaboration with Drake on the global hit, "One Dance", which reached number one in 15 countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada and Australia.
In March 2017, Billboard magazine reported that Wizkid signed a multi-album deal with RCA Records.
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His third studio album Sounds from the Other Side was released by RCA Records.
It serves as his major label debut and was primarily a Caribbean-influenced record.
SFTOS was supported by five singles: "Daddy Yo" featuring Efya, "Sweet Love", "Come Closer" featuring Drake, "African Bad Gyal" featuring Chris Brown, and "Naughty Ride".
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In addition to his solo work, Wizkid has collaborated with several other artists and was featured on the hits "Brown Skin Girl" (with Beyonce), "Energy (Stay Far Away)" (with Skepta), "Sexy Mama" (with Iyanya), "Slow Down" (with R2Bees), "The Matter" (with Maleek Berry), "Pull Over" (with KCee) and "Bad Girl" (with Jesse Jagz).
Moreover, he became the first Afrobeats artist to appear in the 2018 Guinness World Records for his contribution to "One Dance".
WIZKID's AWARDS
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The Nigerian Superstar Wizkid 'StarBoy' is a recipient of two City People Entertainment Awards, two BET Awards, two Channel O Music Video Awards, two Ghana Music Awards, three MOBO Awards, six The Headies Awards, three Billboard Music Awards, six Nigeria Entertainment Awards, four MTV Africa Music Awards, a Future Award, two iHeartRadio Music Awards, two SoundCity MVP Awards, two Dynamix All Youth Awards, and one MTV Europe Music Award.
NOMINATIONS
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Wizkid has also been nominated for: MTV Europe Music Awards (five times) American Music Awards (three times) World Music Awards (four times) Grammy Awards (once).
He was also nominated for six (6) categories of the 2017 Sound city award and he won the ‘Digital Artiste of the Year’.
WIZKID's NET WORTH
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Popular Nigerian singer Wizkid Starboy’s net worth is an estimated $14 million, that is about ₦5 billion. He reportedly charges ₦6 million per show.
WIZKID's ENDORSEMENTS
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Apart from music, the singer, Wizkid has other ventures that have brought him money. For instance, he has his own music label Starboy Entertainment founded in 2013.
He also makes lots of money from his many endorsements.
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In 2012, he signed a one-year endorsement deal with Pepsi reportedly worth $350,000. In 2013, he signed a N110 million contract with MTN. In 2015, the singer became one of Globacom’s brand ambassador for N180 million.
WIZKID's CARs And HOUSES
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The multi-talented musician owns two massive and quite expensive mansions. One in Lekki and the other one in Los Angeles.
The Lekki mansion is said to be worth N70 million. image source Wizkid who has a penchant for beautiful cars has the following in his collection; a Black Honda Accord I-VTEC, Porsche Cayenne, Mercedes 2012 Compressor, BMW X6, Hyundai Sonata, Bentley, and Porsche Panamera.
GIRLFRIENDs
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Wizkid has been linked with so many ladies since his music career began. He was first linked to Sophie Rammal then Sola Ogudugu, with whom he has a child. Others include Tonto Dikeh, Victoria Kimani, Binta Diamond Diallo, Hudda Monroe, Chidinma Ekile, Seyi Shay, Tania Omotayo. The Starboy is said to be currently dating US-singer, Justine Skye.
WIZKID's FATHERHOOD CONTROVERSY
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On 22nd August 2011, According to Nigerian Entertainment Today reported that Wizkid fathered his first child at age 21.
After a thorough investigation, the news source concluded that Wizkid impregnated then-undergraduate student Sola Ogudugu.
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Moreover, the news source added that multiple sources familiar with the "baby mama" and her family told them they knew about the relationship between both parties.
When the story broke out, close friends and associates of Wizkid didn't confirm the story due to DNA results that were pending at the time.
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Wizkid broke his silence on the story in several interviews, when asked in an interview with a Nigerian Entertainment Today editor, Wizkid denied having a child.
In another interview held at Ogudu-GRA in Lagos, Wizkid said he really doesn't want to find himself in that peculiar situation.
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A week before denying the aforementioned allegations, Wizkid tweeted from his official Twitter handle.
In December 2012, he denied the baby scandal during an interview with Nonye Ben-Nwankwo of The Punch.
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In October 2013, Wizkid uploaded a picture of he and his 2-year-old son, Boluwatife Balogun, onto his Instagram account.
The photo confirmed the alleged rumours and allegations that were harboured for two years.
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The photo also vindicated Nigerian Entertainment Today, the news source that first covered the story.
He also has two other boys from two different women, making him a father of three boys.
WIZKID'S CHILDREN, NAMES AND MOTHER
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Wizkid have three (3) sons and all from different women.
Boluwatife Balogun is the first son and his mom is Oluwanisola Ogudugu.
Ayodeji Balogun is the second son and his mom is Binta Diallo.
Zion Balogun is the third son and his mom is Jada Pollock
WIZKID's FASHION STYLE
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In a February 2015 interview with Alex Frank of Vogue magazine, Wizkid said he wears a mixture of street-wear and traditional Nigerian clothes.
He cited Pharrell Williams as one of his fashion style icons.
Moreover, he revealed plans to establish a clothing line following the release of Sounds from the Other Side.
HOW TALL IS WIZKID
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The Starboy is not one of the tallest in the industry, he is 5”4 tall. With all the above information, Wizkid is unquestionably one of the musicians to watch out for now as well as in future. Going by the rate at which he is progressing, it is just a matter of time for to be rated among the Top 5 musicians in Nigeria.
RECORD LABEL AND CONTRACT
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In 2009, he signed a 5years record deal with Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E).
After Wizkid tweeted a subliminal message and tweaked his Twitter account, reports about his departure from E.M.E went viral.
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The superstar, Wizkid moved out of the E.M.E mansion in Lagos and acquired his own house in the Lekki Phase 1.
Prior to Wizkid's subliminal tweets, Banky W pacified fans by assuring them that nothing was amiss.
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Furthermore, it was reported that troubles within E.M.E started as early as the 2012 E.M.E all stars concert.
It was also reported that money was at the centre of the controversy.
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On 20th February 2013, Information Nigeria reported that Wizkid was getting 25 percent from every performance, while Banky W and Segun Demuren were getting 50 percent. Osagie, Wizkid's former manager, was getting the remaining 25 percent.
After firing Osagie and hiring Godwin Tom (whom he parted ways with in April 2014), the singer, Wizkid wanted a 50–50 share with Banky W.
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The source revealed that Banky W refused to accept Wizkid's proposal.
Moreover, it was reported that Banky W wanted to find a manager for Wizkid who would accept 25 percent.
It was also reported that things started getting sour as a result of both parties disagreement.
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Information Nigeria went on to report that Wizkid was doing three shows weekly and bringing in close to ₦24 million monthly.
On 30 April 2013, Nigerian Entertainment Today reported that Wizkid and E.M.E reunited after contract negotiations.
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The news source also reported that Wizkid performed alongside label mates Shaydee and DJ Xclusive in The Republic of Benin.
In August 2014, Wizkid told Olisa Adibua that he will depart the label following the release of his second studio album, Ayo.
STARBOY ENTERTAINMENT
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On 5TH March 2013, Charles Mgbolu (a writer for VANGUARD) reported that Wizkid established his own record label imprint Starboy Entertainment.
During an interview with Silverbird Television, Wizkid told Yvonne Vixen Ekwere that he planned on signing new acts to the label.
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Wizkid told Showtime Celebrity that he established his own record label to give up-and-coming artists a platform to showcase their talent.
On 17th April 2013, Wizkid signed Maleek Berry to Starboy Entertainment.
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Wizkid and Maleek Berry's work credits include "Lagos to Soweto" and "The Matter", among others.
On 29th April 2013, Premium Times reported that Wizkid signed producers Uzezi Oniko and Okiemute Oniko, popularly known as Legendury Beatz, to his imprint.
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He made the announcement via Twitter on 9th May 2013, he unveiled photos of himself with the aforementioned acts signed.
On 20th August 2013, Wizkid signed recording artist L.A.X to the label.
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He made the announcement moments after debuting the music video for "Caro", the label's first official single.
On 7th May 2016, Wizkid announced the signings of Efya, R2Bees, and Mr Eazi to Starboy Entertainment.
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He made the announcement shortly after his performance at the 17th edition of the Ghana Music Awards.
WIZKID's PERSONAL LIFE
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According to reports on the 15th June 2013, Wizkid was involved in a non-life-threatening car accident along the Lekki-Epe Expressway in Lekki, Lagos.
According to an article posted on the Silverbird Television website, Wizkid was hospitalised for a minor concussion resulting from the wreck.
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According to eyewitness reports compiled by MTV Base, Wizkid's Porsche Panamera was spotted speeding down the road; the car's front tires blew out and resulted in the driver of the vehicle losing control and crashing into a road barrier.
Eyewitness reports also added that the car's airbag suspension system deployed on impact, shielding Wizkid and the driver instantaneously.
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At the time of the incident, Wizkid and other passengers in the car were returning from the Soundcity Nokia LumiaBeat Party.
The accident allegedly occurred around 3:30am in front of the GET Arena, as a result of the wreck, the car was badly damaged.
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Pictures of the damaged vehicle surfaced on Instagram and Facebook, Vanguard reported that Wizkid acquired a Porsche Cayenne two weeks after the accident.
He posted pictures of his new acquisition onto his Instagram page and tagged the pictures with the caption "#Blessed".
WIZKID A VICTIM OF IMPERSONATION
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On 19th June 2013, Wizkid and his management were questioned by men from the Nigeria Police Force 'NPF'.
Duping charges were leveled against them by a group of UNILAG students, who claimed Wizkid agreed to perform at the UNILAG Sports Centre on 21th May 2013 for a total sum of ₦500,000.
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They also claimed he didn't show up for the show and didn't return their money back.
After conducting a thorough investigation, Police determined that Unilag students were bamboozled by con artists pretending to be affiliates of E.M.E.
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In the aforementioned interview with Showtime Celebrity, Wizkid commented on the events that transpired after the accusations.
He told the media the police were investigating the case.
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The masterminds behind the impersonation were later detained by law enforcement agents in Lagos.
In addition to duping Unilag students, the culprits set up fake email and social media accounts.
Wizkid also elaborated on how one can go about booking him.
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