Wizkid releases 6th studio album ‘Morayo’, tribute to late mother

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Nigerian music superstar Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has unveiled his much-anticipated sixth studio album, Morayo.

The album, released on Friday, November 22, under Starboy Entertainment and RCA Records, adds yet another gem to the singer’s illustrious discography.

The album’s title, Morayo, which means “I see joy” in Yoruba, is a deeply personal homage to Wizkid’s late mother, Juliana Morayo Balogun, who passed away in August 2023.

Reflecting on the emotional inspiration behind the project, Wizkid earlier described it as his best work yet, tweeting in July, “Best album I ever made!! Now listen! It’s only up from here!”

A blend of soulful tributes and Afrobeat excellence

The 16-track album showcases Wizkid’s signature Afrobeat sound, interwoven with themes of loss, resilience, and joy. It includes an array of collaborations with both local and international stars:

• Piece of My Heart featuring Brent Faiyaz, a fan-favorite that has already climbed to No. 4 on the U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart.
• Bad Girl featuring Asake, another highlight from the album, following their Grammy-nominated collaboration MMS.
• Après Minuit featuring French star Tiakola and Bad For You with Jazmine Sullivan, bringing global appeal to the record.

Other tracks like Kese (Dance), Troubled Mind, and Pray round out the album with a mix of upbeat grooves and reflective melodies.

Morayo’s Tracklist

1. Troubled Mind
2. Karamo
3. Kese (Dance)
4. Bad Girl (feat. Asake)
5. Time
6. Piece of My Heart (feat. Brent Faiyaz)
7. Break Me Down
8. Bend
9. A Million Blessings
10. Après Minuit (feat. Tiakola)
11. Bad For You (feat. Jazmine Sullivan)
12. Soji
13. Don’t Care
14. Slow (feat. Anaïs)
15. Lose
16. Pray