November 30, (THEWILL) – Apple on Tuesday announced Wizkid as the 2021 African artist of the year.
Wizkid has since reacted to his emergence as the winner.
The singer’s hit song “Essence,” a track from his ‘Made In Lagos’ album, gained 125 million plays on Apple Music and over 2.8 million Shazams.
Wizkid expressed gratitude to Apple, saying the award is a blessing and he is proud to represent Africa.
“Thank you to Apple Music for this award, it’s a blessing to get to do what I do, and I’m proud to be representing Africa,” Wizkid said.
