Thursday, July 18, 2013

Wizkid's Bio

Wizkid was born on July 16, 1989. His real name is Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun. He is the last of 6 children.

Wizkid started singing at age 11. He sang in his church's choir and released a 7 track album under the stage name "Lil Prinz". His first song featured one of Nigeria's celebrated musical icon, OJB Jezreel.

In 2009, Wizkid became a household name within Nigeria's musical landscape when he was featured on M.I's "Fast Money, Fast Cars", and Kel's "Turn by Turn". Wizkid was featured on Banky W's album, The W Experience, after getting signed to Empire Mates Entertainment.

Wizkid currently has one album to his credit. He also collaborated with members of his record label to release a collaboration album in 2012.

He has worked with the biggest names in Nigerian and African entertainment such as 2 Face, D'Banj, Sarkodie, Ice Prince, Camp Mulla among others.

Wizkid is currently dating Tania Omotayo Teller.

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