Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and performer. He began his music career as a member of the now-defunct music group, the Glorious Five, and later in 2010, he signed a record deal with Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E).

Wizkid's music is a fusion of various genres such as Afrobeats, R&B, and hip-hop, and he is known for his smooth, melodic singing style. He has released several successful albums and singles throughout his career, including the albums "Superstar" (2011), "Ayo" (2014), and "Sounds from the Other Side" (2017) .

Wizkid's music has been well received and he has won multiple awards, including several awards at the Headies, Nigeria Entertainment Awards and BET Awards. He has also won multiple awards at the International Reggae and World Music Awards, and MOBO Awards. Wizkid is also known for his collaborations with other musicians including Drake, Chris Brown, Beyoncé , and Tyga.

Wizkid is widely considered as one of the biggest and most influential artists and his music has been credited with helping to popularize Afrobeats globally. He has a significant following on social media and streaming platforms and he is considered one of the most popular musicians in the world.