The internet erupted on Thursday after Nigerian rap icon Olamide sparked a global debate by declaring Wizkid the greatest Afrobeats artist after Fela Kuti.
Olamide Picks His King
The moment happened in Toronto during a guest appearance at York University. Calm and confident, Olamide dropped what many fans now call a “cultural bomb” in a clip that has since gone viral:
“After Fela, Wizkid is the greatest Afrobeats artist ever.”
The declaration sent shockwaves across the music industry. Olamide’s opinion carries weight—not just as a superstar, but as one of the key architects of modern Nigerian music. Over the years, the YBNL boss has shaped the sound of the streets, discovered new talents, and influenced the evolution of Afrobeats.
His praise for Wizkid emphasised the singer’s global impact, consistency, and influence in transforming local rhythms into a worldwide phenomenon.
Olamide and Wizkid have also made their mark as collaborators, delivering hits that have shaped contemporary Afrobeats. From early favourites like “Omo Toh Shan” to chart-dominating tracks such as “Kana” and “Totori,” and their 2025 hit single “Kai,” the duo has built a catalogue that resonates across generations.
Internet Reacts
Within minutes, social media—especially X (formerly Twitter)—went into a frenzy. Wizkid FC quickly amplified Olamide’s remark, celebrating it as long-awaited validation from “the streets’ general.”
