Afrobeats sensation Wizkid has just unveiled his sixth studio album, Morayo, on November 22, via Starboy Entertainment and RCA Records. The album, which carries the title Morayo—meaning “I see joy” in Yoruba—comes as a heartfelt tribute to Wizkid’s late mother, Juliana Morayo Balogun, who sadly passed away in August 2023.
Fans of Wizkid can expect a rich musical journey through the 16 tracks that make up the album, which blends emotional depth with the artist’s signature Afrobeats style. “Best album I ever made!! Now listen! It’s only up from here!” Wizkid tweeted in July, offering fans a sneak peek into what is set to be another landmark in his illustrious career.
Tracklist Breakdown
Morayo includes some previously released hits that have already made waves in the music industry. Among them are “Piece of My Heart,” featuring Brent Faiyaz, and the danceable “Kese (Dance).” But the album doesn’t stop there; it’s packed with exciting collaborations with other big names in the music industry, such as:
- “Bad Girl” featuring Asake
- “Après Minuit” featuring Tiakola
- “Bad For You” featuring Jazmine Sullivan
- “Slow” featuring Anaïs
Morayo Wizkid tracklist
Here’s the full tracklist for Wizkid’s Morayo album:
- Troubled Mind
- Karamo
- Kese (Dance)
- Bad Girl (feat. Asake)
- Time
- Piece of My Heart (feat. Brent Faiyaz)
- Break Me Down
- Bend
- A Million Blessing
- Après Minuit (feat. Tiakola)
- Bad For You (feat. Jazmine Sullivan)
- Soji
- Don’t Care
- Slow (feat. Anaïs)
- Lose
- Pray
A Look Back at Wizkid’s Previous Works
Morayo follows the success of his 2021 album More Love, Less Ego, which hit No. 2 on the World Albums chart and No. 59 on the Billboard 200. That album also featured major hits like “2 Sugar” with Ayra Starr and “Slip n Slide” with Skillibeng and Shenseea.
Wizkid’s previous album, Made in Lagos, also earned a 2022 Grammy nomination for Best Global Music Album. The album’s hit song “Essence” (featuring Tems) reached No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming a global sensation and cementing Wizkid’s place on the world stage.
Wizkid’s Success Continues
With Morayo, Wizkid continues to evolve his sound and legacy. The album has already generated buzz, and its lead singles are gaining traction globally. Notably, “Piece of My Heart” has performed well, reaching No. 4 on the U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart and No. 7 on the World Digital Song Sales chart.
Fans are eagerly anticipating how Morayo will perform on the global stage, especially with collaborations with Afrobeats heavyweights like Asake, Tiakola, and Brent Faiyaz.
Stream Wizkid’s ‘Morayo’ Now
Ready to experience Wizkid’s latest masterpiece? The Morayo album is now available for streaming on all major platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, and Tidal.
Don’t miss out on the vibrant rhythms and heartfelt lyrics that make Morayo another milestone in Wizkid’s career. His fans around the world can now stream the album and enjoy the vibrant mix of emotions, sounds, and collaborations.
Wizkid album streaming
Listen to Wizkid Morayo below.
https://open.spotify.com/embed/album/3dLXfyaG1kYeSQknLs2LP1?si=HKbLdxvCTlyf_ayMgBXZpw&utm_source=o
Stay tuned for more updates on Wizkid, and follow his journey as one of the top Afrobeats stars to watch in the coming years.
