He rose to prominence after releasing "Holla at Your Boy", the lead single from his debut studio album, Superstar (2011). "Tease Me/Bad Guys", "Don't Dull", "Love My Baby", "Pakurumo", and "Oluwa Lo Ni" were also released as singles from the Superstar album. 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". Wizkid left E.M.E after his contract expired.
In 2016, Wizkid achieved international recognition following his collaboration with Drake on the hit single "One Dance", which reached number one in 15 countries, including the US Billboard Hot 100, the UK, Canada and Australia. He signed a multi-album deal with RCA Records in March 2017. His third studio album, Sounds from the Other Side, was released in July 2017. It serves as his major label debut and was primarily a Caribbean-influenced record. SFTOS was supported by five singles: "Daddy Yo", "Sweet Love", "Come Closer" featuring Drake, "African Bad Gyal" and "Naughty Ride". Wizkid became the first Afrobeats artist to appear in the 2018 Guinness World Records for his contribution to "One Dance".[4]
In 2019, he was featured on Beyoncé's project The Lion King: The Gift on the collaboration "Brown Skin Girl", which won him a Grammy Award for Best Music Video.[5] His fourth album, Made in Lagos, was released in October 2020, to wide commercial success and acclaim.[6] The album includes the single "Essence", which became the first Nigerian song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100.[7]
By February 2021, Wizkid was the most-streamed Nigerian artist of all time on Spotify, with over 3.4 billion streams across all credits.[8]
9ice vs Wizkid
WizKid Lyrics
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Ta ba sa ré sa ré wò le
Everything on point nóni
On point x3
è 'so fùn awón tí é mí
Ko sa ré gbò rî wò le
Cos everything on point nóni
On point x3
Young boy don turn millionaire
I work for it without umbrella
Now it's 9ice and wizzy
é jè ki a wón tí e mí wò le
Make dem back, make order
All drinks on me, no boder
All my friends I see like my brother
Oya è jé ka celebrate o yea yea
Mo ní jé ka jubliate o yea yea
Mummy, daddy nuń kó
Aunty, sister nuń kó o yea yea
Mo ní jé ka celebrate o yea yea
Mo ní jé ka jubliate o yea yea
Mummy, daddy nuń kó
Brother, sister nuń kó
Mo ní ke jooo
Ta ba sa ré sa ré wò le
Everything on point nóni
On point x3
è 'so fùn awón tí é mí
Ko sa ré gbò rî wò le
Cos everything on point nóni
On point x3
As young enterpreneur x1
I need all my friends support
E té ti beléjè, ké 'só pelé
Je rí é yé
Owo ati olá mi
Layi yeye mí
Edé lé buga mí, baba tí sign sì
9ice and wizzy owo ti dé so free mi
Best believe, best believe no can test me
Ta ba sa ré sa ré wò le
Everything on point nóni
On point x3
è 'so fùn awón tí é mí
Ko sa ré gbò rî wò le
Cos everything on point nóni
On point x3
Oya è jé ka celebrate o yea yea
Mo ní jé ka jubliate o yea yea
Mummy, daddy nuń kó
Aunty, sister nuń kó o yea yea
Mo ní jé ka celebrate o yea yea
Mo ní jé ka jubliate o yea yea
Mummy, daddy nuń kó
Brother, sister nuń kó
Mo ní ke jooo
The song "9ice vs Wizkid" is an upbeat track that celebrates the success that Wizkid has attained in his career. The song starts off with the repeated phrase "Wizzy," which is an alias for Wizkid, and then goes on to list all the things that are on point in Wizkid's life. The lyrics talk about how everyone knows Wizkid in his neighborhood and how he has turned into a millionaire by working hard. The song goes on to proclaim that Wizkid is great and that nobody can test him.
The lyrics also address the importance of friends and family in one's success. Wizkid says that he needs the support of all his friends in order to be successful, and that he considers his friends to be like his brothers. Wizkid also thanks his family for their support and says that he wants to celebrate his success with them.
In summary, "9ice vs Wizkid" is a song that celebrates Wizkid's success and emphasizes the importance of friends and family. The lyrics are uplifting and positive, and the song has a catchy beat that will make listeners want to dance.
Line by Line Meaning
Wizzy x2
Wizkid is introducing himself twice to the listeners.
Ta ba sa ré sa ré wò le
Everything on point nóni
On point x3
If everything is well-arranged and organized, then everything will work out fine, and it will be on point.
è 'so fùn awón tí é mí
Ko sa ré gbò rî wò le
Cos everything on point nóni
On point x3
Everyone must trust that I have control over everything and it's all going according to plan, so everything is guaranteed to be in order and on point.
For my hood dem know me wella
Young boy don turn millionaire
I work for it without umbrella
Now it's 9ice and wizzy
People from my locality know me well, and they are aware that I have become wealthy as a result of perseverance and hard work. Now, it's all about 9ice and Wizkid.
é jè ki a wón tí e mí wò le
Make dem back, make order
All drinks on me, no boder
All my friends I see like my brother
Oya è jé ka celebrate o yea yea
Mo ní jé ka jubliate o yea yea
Mummy, daddy nuń kó
Aunty, sister nuń kó o yea yea
Mo ní jé ka celebrate o yea yea
Mo ní jé ka jubliate o yea yea
Mummy, daddy nuń kó
Brother, sister nuń kó
Let's show those who doubted me that I have made it, make sure everything is in order, and enjoy drinks without worrying about the cost. My true friends are like family, let's celebrate together and show appreciation to our loved ones who believed in us.
Mo ní ke jooo
Ta ba sa ré sa ré wò le
Everything on point nóni
On point x3
è 'so fùn awón tí é mí
Ko sa ré gbò rî wò le
Cos everything on point nóni
On point x3
I understand how to control everything, and all things are running smoothly, which provides security in knowing everything is on point and working as per plan.
As young enterpreneur x1
I need all my friends support
E té ti beléjè, ké 'só pelé
Je rí é yé
Owo ati olá mi
Layi yeye mí
Edé lé buga mí, baba tí sign sì
9ice and wizzy owo ti dé so free mi
Best believe, best believe no can test me
As a young entrepreneur, I rely on the support of all my friends. I have come a long way and have achieved success despite the odds. My wealth and fame belong to me, and no one can doubt my abilities since 9ice and Wizkid support me.
Contributed by Gianna D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.