Wizkid (Extended interview): 'Music is a universal language' - and the perception of Africa

[@twenty5official]

Who’s here 2021. Wiz done everything he said on this interview

[@omorjay]

So true my man 🦅

[@johnboscochigoziem6921]

I dey o

[@JJ-fm8kc]

Not wizkid voice

[@ifeoluwasegunagoro2652]

Facts!

[@acosterducci6808]

Here in 2023

[@Stratocaster01]

He's doing for Nigeria what the embassies and politicians have all failed to do - created something out of nothing and projecting a positive image of Nigeria globally

[@yungacid1]

That's a unique perspective. I like that.

[@LilyMutamzTv]

😂😂😂😂 you funny embassies have failed abi.lol

[@morayowills]

Wizkid's music is an example of God-given talent, everything he touches turns to gold!!!

[@captainmarvell1387]

As a Nigerian it is so annoying seeing other Nigerians hate on him we should appreciate him instead of being jealous.

[@ogakemmy5634]

captain marvell i swr down

[@nanaaraj6493]

captain marvell I'm Ghanaian/African and I still love Wizkid .

[@DoctorBrute]

captain marvell ooh dem ate onem?

[@donathan2933]

captain marvell lol they just salty cuz he makin boos and they stuck with a corrupt government

[@marjen6460]

I'm Jamaican and me love his beats.. music is universal with no colour

[@laredo8672]

well spoken bro, you really nailed the interview 100%. God bless your music talent more IJN.

[@haruspex1-50]

Man Wizkid is so lucky for having a supporting family who don't care too much about religion. When my grandad converted to christianity and married my grandma the local people in the ummah tried to kill him for becoming an apostate. It's encouraging to see such a warm message from Wizkid and really gives a lot of hope

[@oscarbiutah]

“Music is a universal language you don't have to understand what someone is saying to feel the music or love the music.”~wizkid

[@kabamfatu6654]

It is just exceptionally exciting to see him talk. I didn't think he was this eloquent. Love you Wizkid🇱🇷

[@jenmichael8268]

Me too because Wizkid music seem to me like breakfast ❤️❤️🤟

[@nelsonoghenekaroomoyibo270]

He's always been very well-spoken. I love it.

[@jayemaelle3462]

Nigerians please *protect* Wizkid. Western media/influence has a wayof minimizing you people. One love.

[@odinesenwad6922]

Not only protect wizkid... Is he feeding me? Why should I protect him. Lol

[@odinesenwad6922]

Wizkid himself can't sing, he's just overrated...I only liked the drake part in that come closer.

[@spiritvibes1779]

odinese nwad be there hating..... dis nah Pikin wey you senior well oohh..... agbaya

[@berakiahboone5135]

Jaye yes!!!! I'm American and love him!!!! I would hate for him to become Westernized and vulgar and I would no longer be able to listen to him!!!!

[@conradbuluma7271]

My good Sir, how exactly might the Nigerians go about *protecting* the man?

[@ElexisTx]

4 years later & these words remain true. He is simply timeless

[@patqing]

Even up till now

[@thejeybells5619]

Never expected him to be so wise, you really surprised me

[@habibtanko4038]

TheJeyBells lol

[@mihdiola3268]

TheJeyBells haha

[@benjaminogunniyi2112]

No everyone is stupid like Davido

[@olamidekoyenikanhenry2640]

@@benjaminogunniyi2112 davido is not stupid... He his genuine in his ways,

[@lovemusicbadallgenres43]

Im proud of Wizkid and how thier music had made afro beats global......Love from Jamaica🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲

[@israeloluwadare9966]

I'm here 2 years later to tell you to expect a video with Damian Marley is on the way.

[@flexxyflex4721]

classic, this guy is growing, there is hope in West African sounds

[@jamesbando5459]

Flexxy Flex nigerian sound..

[@kingejiro]

God bless you.. West African sound my arse, all these african countries always famzing when Nigerians do big things...

[@kizitoamechi3193]

kingejiro fuck you

[@kingejiro]

k

[@SenyaD]

Aint gonna lie there r a lot of Nigerian artists popping but dont sleep on Ghana

[@sammieg611]

As a amateur African music historian, I have said this many times, Wizkid will be big in the world soon. Wait and watch...

[@aymanelzoghbi7813]

he is the biggest in Africa already.. and one of the biggest artists worldwide

[@dominiquebala2475]

I agree 👍

[@ye23.]

Well you were right. Im in australia listening to him and his new album is so good

[@GodwinLawson]

You were just right

[@yousouf115]

U never lies ❤

[@garmangreg7779]

Star Boy!! You are a blessing !! Game so different from the rest !! Young legend !! I love u bro

[@michiejewel5989]

The best interviewer so far.She doe sent interrupt .She is quiet and still. Wizkid is all the way up.God bless him.

[@lisa_unplugged]

Wizkid! (I’m crying right now) I really love you and you will always be my world best

[@robphoenix6791]

Lisa's World M you are my superstar. And I love your KZbin Channel!

[@nambuacassandra3285]

very good english ...ohh....im very impressed ..this boy is very calm composed and focused.Lord Jesus protect him.

[@juniorokafor7893]

Amen

[@chideraannugwu8570]

I have too much respect for Wizkid. Welldone bro. God bless your hustle .

[@flyboyog3982]

Young legend 👑

[@tashd363]

Beautiful message regarding love.

[@akponasaefe2185]

wizkid is a gifted artist and we Nigerians are so proud of him.. Naija to the world and Africa as a whole.. Africa we are coming out stronger.. music is the key to human soul. that's why when we listen to good music, it enlighten our soul to greatness 😊😌

[@pelumibidemi9997]

TBH? Didn't know Wizkid's English was this good

[@knightoyin6500]

He finished high school so...

[@YellowSynth]

This kid lives in England

[@sonoftherisingsun6464]

WTF are you talking about. He lives in Lagos. Not sure if he has even spent up to a week in London.

[@sylviakanu1065]

He lives in Nigeria.

[@YellowSynth]

He bought a mansion in London he's been living there

[@oshinubisamson853]

I am touched!!! Watching the interview with my mouth open..... He nailed it with a sledgehammer... Your music will speak for you StarBoy.

[@MARDIUNO7]

TIL NOW I JUST HAVE HEARD HIS MUSIC , IM LATINAMERICAN FROM PERU , HE GOT ME AL THE WAY FROM AFRICA TO MY HEART , IM 55 YEARS YOUNG , I HAVE A CD OUT INSTRUMENTAL , I KNOW FOR SURE THAT THIS GUY IS 100 PERCENT LEGIT , HES A REAL DEAL , GOD BLESS HIM AND KEEP PROTECTING HIM FROM FALSE BEHAVIOUR , VIVA WIZKID , MUY BUENO...

[@richynwaehi2182]

That's actually really nice

[@hotpalaver]

Respect this man for what he has accomplished. He has a legacy already.

[@ogakpatakpata1145]

Smooth like velvet.dis kid gat game.

[@LoveByLyn]

Mad respect for this man 🙏✨

[@SholaDairo04]

Great insight, meaningful responses and so well collected...but half of these folks commenting here wouldn't recognise greatness even if it ran them through with a sword! Africa to the world!!!

[@thepresence2095]

mediocre's can never recognise greatness.

[@kelvintrendgram]

Five year later. I'm still having goosebumps Listening to this masterpiece

[@IphiaCarlene]

Love his music!!! I know in the Caribbean, Afrobeats is big. Love it when DJ's mix soca tunes, and dancehall with Afrobeats....cause you can't help but to dance.

[@KabweBwalya-z8r]

"I am a family guy" I love that about wizkid

[@antionecharles2134]

'Sweet Love' is what life is about... Been following Wiz for a long time now. Happy to see him have all this success!!!

[@Atlas24gh]

Big fan here.do your thing young African legend

[@MKRex]

Yoruba Excellence! The Yoruba Republic of Nigeria, welcomes the world.🇳🇬

[@chrisnwachuku2035]

Wizkid you really made music...."Made In Lagos 2020" is an Awesome Album that would stand the test of time. Weldone Star boy for making Africa Proud.

[@cbwiifey93]

And this is just the beginning. WizKid is motivated to take it to another level and he will. Push through man!

[@charlesgidi9778]

I am from the future, he's on another level now

[@lmfd7373]

This young man is gorgeous!!! One love from America 🇺🇸

[@boyincofficialcomedy-ob5on]

7 years after you became the Leader of the new African musical era. Wizkid you became blueprint of global music 👏👏💜🦅

[@djmoney8781]

Wizkid to the world... keep coming through bro. more blessings

[@dashavuu5078]

wizkid is such an amazing person...... I got mad mad love for him..... #humble

[@mimi19921]

Wow Wiz talks with so much confidence mehhn!Not a big fan of his music but he just comes across as a very respectful humble guy!

[@happypeople4807]

I love this, 5years ago on channel 4 and still as fluent as this. Big up wizzy 💯💯

[@girlfromwakanda]

I love this guy. I like how he can express himself its just beautiful wow

[@GenZ_Zillenial]

Been a fan since "Superstar". Glad to see him getting the exposure he deserves

[@amazingrace81]

In response to what Wiz said about the US just now catching up on African music, though I can’t argue with that, I had to comment on it. I say this humbly and I hope that I don’t come across as inappropriate but I’ve been successful in the promotion and spreading of African music in America since 2010 through national and online radio stations, DJ’s and other music promoters here in the States; including Wizkid’s music. The US wasn’t ready then, but that didn’t stop me. I was persistent because I knew in my heart that African music had major potential to take off mainstream. I was also committed to exposing underrepresented talent from African music artists, so I I launched my music promotion company knowing it would be a struggle to convince America to join the movement. 10 years later…. I’m proud. Finally!!! And I’m happy to hear that Wiz was raised in a healthy, loving family. That’s priceless. Good job to his parents! Last thing lol. Does Wiz really know women because he grew up with 7 sisters? I wanna ask him myself lol. J/k. I’m teasing. 😜

[@giftogbemudia4973]

Thanks a lot,love you from Nigeria

[@amazingrace81]

Gift Ogbemudia one love 💕

[@rebeccawilliams1778]

To say it simply, Wizkid is a genius and amazing 🔥🔥

[@modupeabiodun584]

For me, I really love Wizkid's view and understanding on Music cus the world is not restricted to only one language or English. Music transcends Language and it has no boundary or limitation as long as Music is the Everlasting Feeling expressed from the heart to the World in any form, style and it shouldn't be limited to this boundary called "Language and Race"

[@davidwiseiyanam350]

I'll never try to compare wizzi to anything in this life, is just like wow! n awesome. he always educate me, much love and blessings bro

[@Unforgettable000]

2024 and I'm still there Big love to wiz Love ur music

[@moonybay38]

He is so humble..he is one of one of my top 5 Afrobeat artiste..yu dey do good whiz kid 🇯🇲🇳🇬💕🔥

[@emmanuelosarumwense2687]

Fast forward 2023 Wizkid did not lie at all, man’s unique and he doesn’t compromise Afrobeats biggest Bird 🦅 👏

[@musaolamide295]

wizkid's English is just making me happy, damn!!!!! that guy be repping Nigeria like what the hell, ...... Lol

[@agathaa9289]

Am watching this today the 22nd day of December 2020 and am super proud of wiz kid and what he presents.... an intelligent, talented young Nigerian guy... kudos.

[@Badman_LOT]

I can't just stop clapping wizkid is really paving ways for upcoming artist!!!

[@estherwangari9384]

He's answering so well..especially about his love for the afro music and personal questions too.Love this guy...keep it up Wizkid😊😊

[@chisomonyedum118]

For someone who grew up in the one of the poor parts of Nigeria I love his speech non the less awesome beats keep representing Nigeria 👍🏼

[@yahuzaamadu4075]

This is 2023 , Wizkid interview is still fresh

[@fatimacooper273]

I'm so happy for wizkid.

[@blessingchristabel6892]

I wonder why people are so pained about this very interview !! first of all God has blessed this young man!! let's appreciate one another pls!!! ✌

[@vincentdavid3827]

Smoothest talker 2022 we're still here

[@imjohn7091]

Star boy no 1.. in africa respect bro.

[@TeeRql]

protect this man at all costs! i did not know he has 7 sisters, woww! you can tell that plays a part in how he has an immense respect for women. You can tell just from how his videos are directed and viewed. Always showing women in a beautiful light and never in a degrading way. i appreciate that so much, you don’t even know! I also love how he wasn’t tired to one religion and how his parents made it ultimately up to him to decide. Religion should never dictate a household especially when there’s 2 different ones involved. Much respect to his parents for raising a wholesome handsome man ❤️❤️❤️

[@jahboywizy]

He said this and it's happening right now❤

[@omotayooni5142]

BIG LOVE FROM ME, WIZKID...

[@olususikoluyemi6517]

Well, I am impressed........ Keep it up wizkid

[@Misshoney20]

I love him so much.. I'm happy that he came to the concert he's soo humble and wanted to connect with his fans while the security was being rude

[@skyking3210]

As an IT guys seeing a CRT monitor and a bulky PC tower in the background is incredible.

[@youngestlandlord4369]

I'm just saying nothing but the truth, forget where they study bro, wizkid is more brilliant than davido

[@mohamedtraore466]

Wiser Really impressive. Respect

[@fareedahibrahim9418]

its not a competition bro. We as africans should be protecting our image and not bringin it down. They both represent naija in a good way so stop with the who is wiser and who isnt

[@alexandernavard3423]

I'm just started to realise that This dude is so brillant

[@davidisayode38]

@@alexandernavard3423 true

[@morolaseyeope-ewe6303]

Do not compare. They're both great in their own way

[@talezoflove]

This is a very big one o..channel 4..wow...Wizzy for the women..they love you too and he is so intelligent and made too much sense...the Biggest Artiste in Africa..one love

[@Supremegilbert]

Who’s here 2023? This interview feels so real even after 6yrs.

[@Phinda_T]

Let's consider him a definition of a real Africa, that really it. Home is always home, we love it this way❤. Back home/community they need your contributions.

[@osiobe14]

I respect Wizkid alot, This guy is bringing Africa to the world in away the world has never seen before. Much love and respect bro.

[@NASICMEDIA]

This is my first time seeing wiz interviewed. He is a humble and simple guy. Much 🙏

[@IkennaGeneral]

I am still watching here in 2023❤❤God bless wizkid

[@juicyqueen5628]

mad respect 4 u wizzy 💯🔥📍

[@nancyalex5595]

well said....God bless you for us, keep making African proud.

[@KUSZPREM]

Mmmhmmm Afro beat is taking over... let's bring Africa to the world. Great interview

[@denisogundele]

After 5 years, I'm here to say this my GOAT is so smart

[@hadassperez494]

l think this is best wizzy interview av watched so far. 💜💜

[@victoremenanjor1947]

I must admit, this dude is very smart. His instant response to the thought provoking questions is damn too amazing! Keep playing good music!

[@boybrit]

Wiz did it man !!! 🐐 MIL is really blowing up rn, Essence has penetrated usa already. Wiz dropped a classic fr !!!

[@drusillaibo4475]

Is it just me or is our wizzy developing a bit of a British accent?

[@iam_success3313]

And 2021 August, I’m still here watching this amazing Africa Nigeria musician! Love you so much Wizkid 🖤🤍❤️💙

[@youngestlandlord4369]

wizkid speak clean English than davido

[@EMSHO_]

You can't even speak english at all, shut up.

[@okuomose1]

Youngest landlord Go & buy English language for dummies

[@TingsAfrican]

😭😭😭

[@cristinaisabelmb5543]

😂😂😂

[@godstimebest2774]

Youngest landlord,,,,you're sure

[@kingsylv7716]

Who's here 2021 Afrobeat is really taking over alrdy He said dis 4yrs ago and is happening

[@relaxationtube4692]

I love wizkid so much, but watching this interview of him made me adore him, the age doesn't define the wiseness. Wizkid way young but also a wise man. Thank you for what you doing for the world expecially Africa, thank you for joy and happiness you provide to the world.Mr Ibrahim. Show you love right from Ivory coast. NIGERIA TAKE GOOD CARE OF MR IBRAHIM( WIZKID) many countries wish to have him. So take care of him. Much love, long life to you sir. Jonathan

[@larfiddy1240]

5years later! Still grateful for all Gifts from God... Thank you for wizkid

[@A4BQUADZI]

This interview was 5yrs ago he said afro will take over the World im actually making his dream come true

[@veronicachibuogwu3898]

no matter what wizkid i will always love and respect you.

[@DoctorBrute]

Well spoken young man! My fav Afro Pop (Beats) artist! When you wake up and throw on “Ojuelegba”its magic every time👑🙏🏽✨

[@maryjane2965]

Not only do I love his music but watching his interviews I'm thinking what a likeable guy he is.Crushiiiiing 😍😍

[@ikennalivingstone5320]

No word can fit in how I feel each time I watch you speak ♥️🖤🦅

[@LADI3SwaGG]

I am truly in love with this man.

[@KingFunny-sw4hr]

Who's still here 2024 Big wiz to world

[@cristalwilliams1332]

This guy has done everything he said in this interview, that’s crazyyyyy !

[@ornguabraham5867]

Wizkid words on every interview should be jottered, Wizkid words are strength to human lifes.

[@lyndan3946]

My love for this guy just keeps growing

[@ayoademola8746]

I don't have talent of music but whenever I'm listening to BiG Wizzy I always feel like to put myself making music and which I couldn't it's so pain in my heart... I love you @wizkid 😘😘😘😘

[@ogbonnachigozie]

Wizkid the music man reminder best