LAGOS, Nov. 23 (AGCNewsNet) – Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has made history with his newly released sixth studio album, Morayo, breaking records within 24 hours of its debut on Spotify and Apple Music. 

According to Spotify Africa, Wizkid is the first African artist to be featured on the platform's Active Sound Cover while also debuting at number one on Spotify Nigeria's Weekly Top Albums chart with just one hour of tracking. This remarkable achievement places Morayo alongside other record-breaking albums like Rema’s Rave & Roses, Asake’s Mr. Money With The Vibe, and Burna Boy’s Love, Damini. 

The album has received widespread acclaim, cementing Wizkid’s legacy as a trendsetter in the global music industry. Fans have been vocal about their excitement, with some proclaiming unwavering loyalty to the artist. "If Wizkid cough, I go stream," a fan humorously declared on social media. 

Spotify Africa celebrated the historic milestone with a tweet that has since gone viral, sparking congratulations from fans and industry insiders alike. Comments ranged from praise for Wizkid’s loyal fan base to expressions of pride in his ability to continuously set and break records. 

One fan wrote: “Na only Wiz fit break him own record,” while another remarked, “I be Davido fan, but this album enter…pure gbedu.” 

Despite the success, the album’s track Kese drew mixed reviews. Notable critic Daniel Regha described it as lacking lyrical depth, suggesting Wizkid could have delivered a stronger first verse. However, the feedback hasn’t dampened the enthusiasm of Wizkid’s fan base, which continues to celebrate the album’s success. 

Morayo’s record-breaking performance underscores Wizkid’s influence on the global music stage, further elevating Afrobeats as a genre with worldwide appeal. Fans and critics alike eagerly await what other milestones the artist will achieve as Morayo continues to dominate charts.