Wizkid's Morayo Tops Nigerian Apple Music Chart on Christmas Day, Fans React: "Na Big Man Thing"

Wizkid's Morayo Tops Nigerian Apple Music Chart on Christmas Day, Fans React: "Na Big Man Thing"

  • Wizkid's Morayo album, which came after his critically acclaimed More Love, Less Ego project, has been a fan favourite since its release
  • Its success on the Apple Music chart is a testament to Wizkid's enduring popularity and the loyalty of his fanbase
  • Music enthusiasts on social media have been congratulating Wizkid on his achievement and praising the album's quality

Nigerian music superstar Ayo Balogun, aka Wizkid's album, Morayo, has taken the top spot on the Nigerian Apple Music chart on Christmas Day.

The album, which was released on Friday, November 22, 2024, has been a commercial success and has received widespread critical acclaim.

Morayo album by Wizkid has continue to gain momentum as it topped NG Apple Music chart
Wizkid's Morayo album leads Nigerian Apple Music Chart. Credit: @Wizkidayo
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The Nigerian Apple Music chart is a weekly ranking of the most popular albums and singles in the country, based on streaming data from Apple Music.

The 16-track album comprising Afrobeats and R&B was earlier on Apple Music's top 17 spots a few hours after its release.

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The album held the number one spot on the Nigerian chart on December 25, with fans taking to social media to congratulate the artist on his success.

The feat is the latest in a string of accomplishments for Wizkid, who has been one of the most successful Nigerian artists in recent years.

See the post below:

Netizens react to Morayo's album feat

Legit.ng compiled social media users' reaction:

@franklyICT

"Wizember."

@wezbrowny

"Wizkid omo balogun starboy."

@amayishat500

Wizkid Nigeria entertainment industry

@DA__UNIVERSAL

"It’s called WIZEMBA for a reason."

@kvngarhlexx

"Na why dem dey call am Santa Wizzy."

@PatoEl41206169

"He’s always him."

@IZedaya34965

"It will be hard to replace this man."

@wizdraque_

"Santa Wizzy."

@lildirt71

"Still gonna crossover."

@Fazlurfarah

"As expected."

@Boynextdoo_r

"I'm sure nobody expected it to drop."

@B1gKoda

"Legend of the game."

Wizkid tops global digital artists ranking

Legit.ng earlier reported that Wizkid topped the list of Afrobeats musicians on the Global Digital Artist Ranking.

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He had 569 points to defeat his closest colleague, Burna Boy, who had 390 while Asake reached 339 and Davido 305 points. The duo of Ayra Starr and Rema respectivelly polled 217 and 209 points.

Fans of the Nigerian musician shared their thoughts on the ranking. While some agreed to the ranking, some were of the opinion that their favourites deserved better ranking.

Proofreading by Nkem Ikeke, journalist and copy editor at Legit.ng.

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Damilola Olufemi (Entertainment Editor)