Wizkid (Extended interview): 'Music is a universal language' - and the perception of Africa

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  • Опубликовано: 27 дек 2024

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  • @twenty5official
    @twenty5official 3 года назад +180

    Who’s here 2021. Wiz done everything he said on this interview

  • @Stratocaster01
    @Stratocaster01 7 лет назад +432

    He's doing for Nigeria what the embassies and politicians have all failed to do - created something out of nothing and projecting a positive image of Nigeria globally

    • @yungacid1
      @yungacid1 7 лет назад +15

      That's a unique perspective. I like that.

    • @LilyMutamzTv
      @LilyMutamzTv 7 лет назад +5

      😂😂😂😂 you funny embassies have failed abi.lol

  • @captainmarvell1387
    @captainmarvell1387 7 лет назад +284

    As a Nigerian it is so annoying seeing other Nigerians hate on him we should appreciate him instead of being jealous.

    • @ogakemmy5634
      @ogakemmy5634 7 лет назад +3

      captain marvell i swr down

    • @nanaaraj6493
      @nanaaraj6493 7 лет назад +8

      captain marvell I'm Ghanaian/African and I still love Wizkid .

    • @DoctorBrute
      @DoctorBrute 4 года назад +1

      captain marvell ooh dem ate onem?

    • @donathan2933
      @donathan2933 4 года назад +2

      captain marvell lol they just salty cuz he makin boos and they stuck with a corrupt government

    • @marjen6460
      @marjen6460 2 года назад

      I'm Jamaican and me love his beats.. music is universal with no colour

  • @morayowills
    @morayowills 7 лет назад +105

    Wizkid's music is an example of God-given talent, everything he touches turns to gold!!!

  • @jayemaelle3462
    @jayemaelle3462 7 лет назад +234

    Nigerians please *protect* Wizkid. Western media/influence has a wayof minimizing you people. One love.

    • @odinesenwad6922
      @odinesenwad6922 7 лет назад +5

      Not only protect wizkid... Is he feeding me? Why should I protect him. Lol

    • @odinesenwad6922
      @odinesenwad6922 7 лет назад +2

      Wizkid himself can't sing, he's just overrated...I only liked the drake part in that come closer.

    • @spiritvibes1779
      @spiritvibes1779 7 лет назад +13

      odinese nwad be there hating..... dis nah Pikin wey you senior well oohh..... agbaya

    • @berakiahboone5135
      @berakiahboone5135 7 лет назад +13

      Jaye yes!!!! I'm American and love him!!!! I would hate for him to become Westernized and vulgar and I would no longer be able to listen to him!!!!

    • @conradbuluma7271
      @conradbuluma7271 5 лет назад +1

      My good Sir, how exactly might the Nigerians go about *protecting* the man?

  • @oscarbiutah
    @oscarbiutah 5 лет назад +63

    “Music is a universal language you don't have to understand what someone is saying to feel the music or love the music.”~wizkid

  • @haruspex1-50
    @haruspex1-50 7 лет назад +73

    Man Wizkid is so lucky for having a supporting family who don't care too much about religion. When my grandad converted to christianity and married my grandma the local people in the ummah tried to kill him for becoming an apostate. It's encouraging to see such a warm message from Wizkid and really gives a lot of hope

  • @thejeybells5619
    @thejeybells5619 7 лет назад +252

    Never expected him to be so wise, you really surprised me

  • @laredo8672
    @laredo8672 7 лет назад +313

    well spoken bro, you really nailed the interview 100%. God bless your music talent more IJN.

  • @ElexisTx
    @ElexisTx 3 года назад +36

    4 years later & these words remain true. He is simply timeless

    • @patqing
      @patqing Год назад +1

      Even up till now

  • @kabamfatu6654
    @kabamfatu6654 4 года назад +40

    It is just exceptionally exciting to see him talk. I didn't think he was this eloquent. Love you Wizkid🇱🇷

  • @lovemusicbadallgenres43
    @lovemusicbadallgenres43 5 лет назад +41

    Im proud of Wizkid and how thier music had made afro beats global......Love from Jamaica🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲

    • @israeloluwadare9966
      @israeloluwadare9966 3 года назад

      I'm here 2 years later to tell you to expect a video with Damian Marley is on the way.

  • @lisa_unplugged
    @lisa_unplugged 5 лет назад +17

    Wizkid! (I’m crying right now) I really love you and you will always be my world best

    • @robphoenix6791
      @robphoenix6791 5 лет назад +3

      Lisa's World M you are my superstar. And I love your RUclips Channel!

  • @flexxyflex4721
    @flexxyflex4721 7 лет назад +167

    classic, this guy is growing, there is hope in West African sounds

    • @jamesbando5459
      @jamesbando5459 7 лет назад +5

      Flexxy Flex nigerian sound..

    • @kingejiro
      @kingejiro 7 лет назад +6

      God bless you.. West African sound my arse, all these african countries always famzing when Nigerians do big things...

    • @kizitoamechi3193
      @kizitoamechi3193 7 лет назад +1

      kingejiro fuck you

    • @kingejiro
      @kingejiro 7 лет назад +1

      k

    • @SenyaD
      @SenyaD 7 лет назад +1

      Aint gonna lie there r a lot of Nigerian artists popping but dont sleep on Ghana

  • @garmangreg7779
    @garmangreg7779 7 лет назад +50

    Star Boy!! You are a blessing !! Game so different from the rest !! Young legend !! I love u bro

  • @sammieg611
    @sammieg611 7 лет назад +89

    As a amateur African music historian, I have said this many times, Wizkid will be big in the world soon. Wait and watch...

    • @aymanelzoghbi7813
      @aymanelzoghbi7813 5 лет назад +12

      he is the biggest in Africa already.. and one of the biggest artists worldwide

    • @dominiquebala2475
      @dominiquebala2475 3 года назад +3

      I agree 👍

    • @ye23.
      @ye23. 3 года назад +5

      Well you were right. Im in australia listening to him and his new album is so good

    • @GodwinLawson
      @GodwinLawson 3 года назад +5

      You were just right

    • @yousouf115
      @yousouf115 3 года назад +4

      U never lies ❤

  • @michiejewel5989
    @michiejewel5989 7 лет назад +21

    The best interviewer so far.She doe sent interrupt .She is quiet and still. Wizkid is all the way up.God bless him.

  • @nambuacassandra3285
    @nambuacassandra3285 6 лет назад +53

    very good english ...ohh....im very impressed ..this boy is very calm composed and focused.Lord Jesus protect him.

  • @KabweBwalya-z8r
    @KabweBwalya-z8r Месяц назад +2

    "I am a family guy"
    I love that about wizkid

  • @flyboyog3982
    @flyboyog3982 7 лет назад +132

    Young legend 👑

  • @chideraannugwu8570
    @chideraannugwu8570 7 лет назад +74

    I have too much respect for Wizkid. Welldone bro. God bless your hustle .

  • @pelumibidemi9997
    @pelumibidemi9997 7 лет назад +475

    TBH? Didn't know Wizkid's English was this good

    • @knightoyin6500
      @knightoyin6500 7 лет назад +13

      He finished high school so...

    • @YellowSynth
      @YellowSynth 7 лет назад +15

      This kid lives in England

    • @sonoftherisingsun6464
      @sonoftherisingsun6464 7 лет назад +30

      WTF are you talking about. He lives in Lagos. Not sure if he has even spent up to a week in London.

    • @sylviakanu1065
      @sylviakanu1065 7 лет назад +7

      He lives in Nigeria.

    • @YellowSynth
      @YellowSynth 7 лет назад +12

      He bought a mansion in London he's been living there

  • @hotpalaver
    @hotpalaver 3 года назад +4

    Respect this man for what he has accomplished. He has a legacy already.

  • @ogakpatakpata1145
    @ogakpatakpata1145 7 лет назад +45

    Smooth like velvet.dis kid gat game.

  • @kelvintrendgram
    @kelvintrendgram Год назад +5

    Five year later. I'm still having goosebumps Listening to this masterpiece

  • @akponasaefe2185
    @akponasaefe2185 3 года назад +5

    wizkid is a gifted artist and we Nigerians are so proud of him.. Naija to the world and Africa as a whole.. Africa we are coming out stronger.. music is the key to human soul. that's why when we listen to good music, it enlighten our soul to greatness 😊😌

  • @IphiaCarlene
    @IphiaCarlene 7 лет назад +23

    Love his music!!! I know in the Caribbean, Afrobeats is big. Love it when DJ's mix soca tunes, and dancehall with Afrobeats....cause you can't help but to dance.

  • @tashd363
    @tashd363 7 лет назад +119

    Beautiful message regarding love.

  • @LoveByLyn
    @LoveByLyn 7 лет назад +100

    Mad respect for this man 🙏✨

  • @MARDIUNO7
    @MARDIUNO7 7 лет назад +8

    TIL NOW I JUST HAVE HEARD HIS MUSIC , IM LATINAMERICAN FROM PERU , HE GOT ME AL THE WAY FROM AFRICA TO MY HEART , IM 55 YEARS YOUNG , I HAVE A CD OUT INSTRUMENTAL , I KNOW FOR SURE THAT THIS GUY IS 100 PERCENT LEGIT , HES A REAL DEAL , GOD BLESS HIM AND KEEP PROTECTING HIM FROM FALSE BEHAVIOUR , VIVA WIZKID , MUY BUENO...

  • @SholaDairo04
    @SholaDairo04 7 лет назад +81

    Great insight, meaningful responses and so well collected...but half of these folks commenting here wouldn't recognise greatness even if it ran them through with a sword! Africa to the world!!!

    • @thepresence2095
      @thepresence2095 7 лет назад +9

      mediocre's can never recognise greatness.

  • @oshinubisamson853
    @oshinubisamson853 7 лет назад +8

    I am touched!!! Watching the interview with my mouth open..... He nailed it with a sledgehammer... Your music will speak for you StarBoy.

  • @MKRex
    @MKRex 5 лет назад +38

    Yoruba Excellence!
    The Yoruba Republic of Nigeria, welcomes the world.🇳🇬

  • @Badman_LOT
    @Badman_LOT 7 лет назад +3

    I can't just stop clapping
    wizkid is really paving ways for upcoming artist!!!

  • @antionecharles2134
    @antionecharles2134 7 лет назад +4

    'Sweet Love' is what life is about...
    Been following Wiz for a long time now. Happy to see him have all this success!!!

  • @chrisnwachuku2035
    @chrisnwachuku2035 4 года назад +4

    Wizkid you really made music...."Made In Lagos 2020" is an Awesome Album that would stand the test of time. Weldone Star boy for making Africa Proud.

  • @Atlas24gh
    @Atlas24gh 7 лет назад +54

    Big fan here.do your thing young African legend

  • @dashavuu5078
    @dashavuu5078 7 лет назад +9

    wizkid is such an amazing person...... I got mad mad love for him..... #humble

  • @musaolamide295
    @musaolamide295 7 лет назад +16

    wizkid's English is just making me happy, damn!!!!! that guy be repping Nigeria like what the hell, ...... Lol

  • @lmfd7373
    @lmfd7373 3 года назад +2

    This young man is gorgeous!!! One love from America 🇺🇸

  • @djmoney8781
    @djmoney8781 7 лет назад +18

    Wizkid to the world... keep coming through bro. more blessings

  • @girlfromwakanda
    @girlfromwakanda 7 лет назад +14

    I love this guy. I like how he can express himself its just beautiful wow

  • @mimi19921
    @mimi19921 7 лет назад +3

    Wow Wiz talks with so much confidence mehhn!Not a big fan of his music but he just comes across as a very respectful humble guy!

  • @modupeabiodun584
    @modupeabiodun584 3 года назад +6

    For me, I really love Wizkid's view and understanding on Music cus the world is not restricted to only one language or English. Music transcends Language and it has no boundary or limitation as long as Music is the Everlasting Feeling expressed from the heart to the World in any form, style and it shouldn't be limited to this boundary called "Language and Race"

  • @cbwiifey93
    @cbwiifey93 7 лет назад +10

    And this is just the beginning. WizKid is motivated to take it to another level and he will. Push through man!

    • @charlesgidi9778
      @charlesgidi9778 3 года назад

      I am from the future, he's on another level now

  • @davidwiseiyanam350
    @davidwiseiyanam350 6 лет назад +5

    I'll never try to compare wizzi to anything in this life, is just like wow! n awesome. he always educate me, much love and blessings bro

  • @GenZ_Zillenial
    @GenZ_Zillenial 7 лет назад +11

    Been a fan since "Superstar". Glad to see him getting the exposure he deserves

  • @emmanuelosarumwense2687
    @emmanuelosarumwense2687 Год назад +1

    Fast forward 2023 Wizkid did not lie at all, man’s unique and he doesn’t compromise
    Afrobeats biggest Bird 🦅 👏

  • @happypeople4807
    @happypeople4807 2 года назад +3

    I love this, 5years ago on channel 4 and still as fluent as this. Big up wizzy 💯💯

  • @rebeccawilliams1778
    @rebeccawilliams1778 7 лет назад +8

    To say it simply, Wizkid is a genius and amazing 🔥🔥

  • @fatimacooper273
    @fatimacooper273 7 лет назад +6

    I'm so happy for wizkid.

  • @yahuzaamadu4075
    @yahuzaamadu4075 Год назад +2

    This is 2023 , Wizkid interview is still fresh

  • @boyincofficialcomedy-ob5on
    @boyincofficialcomedy-ob5on 8 месяцев назад

    7 years after you became the Leader of the new African musical era.
    Wizkid you became blueprint of global music 👏👏💜🦅

  • @moonybay38
    @moonybay38 2 года назад +1

    He is so humble..he is one of one of my top 5 Afrobeat artiste..yu dey do good whiz kid 🇯🇲🇳🇬💕🔥

  • @agathaa9289
    @agathaa9289 4 года назад +11

    Am watching this today the 22nd day of December 2020 and am super proud of wiz kid and what he presents.... an intelligent, talented young Nigerian guy... kudos.

  • @chisomonyedum118
    @chisomonyedum118 4 года назад +2

    For someone who grew up in the one of the poor parts of Nigeria I love his speech non the less awesome beats keep representing Nigeria 👍🏼

  • @imjohn7091
    @imjohn7091 7 лет назад +7

    Star boy no 1.. in africa respect bro.

  • @estherwangari9384
    @estherwangari9384 6 лет назад +1

    He's answering so well..especially about his love for the afro music and personal questions too.Love this guy...keep it up Wizkid😊😊

  • @nancyalex5595
    @nancyalex5595 7 лет назад +9

    well said....God bless you for us, keep making African proud.

  • @olususikoluyemi6517
    @olususikoluyemi6517 7 лет назад +15

    Well, I am impressed........ Keep it up wizkid

  • @Unforgettable000
    @Unforgettable000 3 месяца назад

    2024 and I'm still there
    Big love to wiz
    Love ur music

  • @juicyqueen5628
    @juicyqueen5628 7 лет назад +12

    mad respect 4 u wizzy 💯🔥📍

  • @Phinda_T
    @Phinda_T 2 месяца назад

    Let's consider him a definition of a real Africa, that really it. Home is always home, we love it this way❤. Back home/community they need your contributions.

  • @talezoflove
    @talezoflove 7 лет назад +6

    This is a very big one o..channel 4..wow...Wizzy for the women..they love you too and he is so intelligent and made too much sense...the Biggest Artiste in Africa..one love

  • @omotayooni5142
    @omotayooni5142 7 лет назад +27

    BIG LOVE FROM ME, WIZKID...

  • @jahboywizy
    @jahboywizy Год назад +1

    He said this and it's happening right now❤

  • @Supremegilbert
    @Supremegilbert Год назад

    Who’s here 2023?
    This interview feels so real even after 6yrs.

  • @blessingchristabel6892
    @blessingchristabel6892 7 лет назад +2

    I wonder why people are so pained about this very interview !! first of all God has blessed this young man!! let's appreciate one another pls!!! ✌

  • @TeeRql
    @TeeRql 3 года назад +1

    protect this man at all costs! i did not know he has 7 sisters, woww! you can tell that plays a part in how he has an immense respect for women. You can tell just from how his videos are directed and viewed. Always showing women in a beautiful light and never in a degrading way. i appreciate that so much, you don’t even know! I also love how he wasn’t tired to one religion and how his parents made it ultimately up to him to decide. Religion should never dictate a household especially when there’s 2 different ones involved. Much respect to his parents for raising a wholesome handsome man ❤️❤️❤️

  • @A4BQUADZI
    @A4BQUADZI 2 года назад

    This interview was 5yrs ago he said afro will take over the World im actually making his dream come true

  • @vincentdavid3827
    @vincentdavid3827 3 года назад

    Smoothest talker 2022 we're still here

  • @skyking3210
    @skyking3210 2 года назад

    As an IT guys seeing a CRT monitor and a bulky PC tower in the background is incredible.

  • @AONESINCEDAY1
    @AONESINCEDAY1 4 года назад +3

    I am truly in love with this man.

  • @kingsylv7716
    @kingsylv7716 3 года назад

    Who's here 2021
    Afrobeat is really taking over alrdy
    He said dis 4yrs ago and is happening

  • @Misshoney20
    @Misshoney20 7 лет назад +8

    I love him so much.. I'm happy that he came to the concert he's soo humble and wanted to connect with his fans while the security was being rude

  • @maryjane2965
    @maryjane2965 7 лет назад +1

    Not only do I love his music but watching his interviews I'm thinking what a likeable guy he is.Crushiiiiing 😍😍

  • @hadassperez494
    @hadassperez494 7 лет назад +3

    l think this is best wizzy interview av watched so far. 💜💜

  • @ikennalivingstone5320
    @ikennalivingstone5320 3 года назад +1

    No word can fit in how I feel each time I watch you speak ♥️🖤🦅

  • @denisogundele
    @denisogundele 2 года назад

    After 5 years, I'm here to say this my GOAT is so smart

  • @adonialouve
    @adonialouve 5 месяцев назад

    Who wouldn't love this guy ..

  • @ogbonnachigozie
    @ogbonnachigozie 2 года назад +1

    Wizkid the music man reminder best

  • @boybrit
    @boybrit 3 года назад +1

    Wiz did it man !!! 🐐 MIL is really blowing up rn, Essence has penetrated usa already. Wiz dropped a classic fr !!!

  • @relaxationtube4692
    @relaxationtube4692 3 года назад

    I love wizkid so much, but watching this interview of him made me adore him, the age doesn't define the wiseness. Wizkid way young but also a wise man. Thank you for what you doing for the world expecially Africa, thank you for joy and happiness you provide to the world.Mr Ibrahim.
    Show you love right from Ivory coast. NIGERIA TAKE GOOD CARE OF MR IBRAHIM( WIZKID) many countries wish to have him. So take care of him. Much love, long life to you sir.
    Jonathan

  • @osiobe14
    @osiobe14 3 года назад

    I respect Wizkid alot, This guy is bringing Africa to the world in away the world has never seen before. Much love and respect bro.

  • @veronicachibuogwu3898
    @veronicachibuogwu3898 7 лет назад +2

    no matter what wizkid i will always love and respect you.

  • @elishadjm__1679
    @elishadjm__1679 7 лет назад +18

    His accent is amazing 😍

  • @drusillaibo4475
    @drusillaibo4475 7 лет назад +29

    Is it just me or is our wizzy developing a bit of a British accent?

  • @IkennaGeneral
    @IkennaGeneral Год назад

    I am still watching here in 2023❤❤God bless wizkid

  • @ashleighh9157
    @ashleighh9157 7 лет назад +4

    You are an inspiration to me in my engineering career Wizzy. Love you 💜

  • @ornguabraham5867
    @ornguabraham5867 3 года назад +1

    Wizkid words on every interview should be jottered, Wizkid words are strength to human lifes.

  • @amazingrace81
    @amazingrace81 3 года назад +5

    In response to what Wiz said about the US just now catching up on African music, though I can’t argue with that, I had to comment on it.
    I say this humbly and I hope that I don’t come across as inappropriate but I’ve been successful in the promotion and spreading of African music in America since 2010 through national and online radio stations, DJ’s and other music promoters here in the States; including Wizkid’s music. The US wasn’t ready then, but that didn’t stop me. I was persistent because I knew in my heart that African music had major potential to take off mainstream. I was also committed to exposing underrepresented talent from African music artists, so I I launched my music promotion company knowing it would be a struggle to convince America to join the movement. 10 years later…. I’m proud. Finally!!!
    And I’m happy to hear that Wiz was raised in a healthy, loving family. That’s priceless. Good job to his parents!
    Last thing lol. Does Wiz really know women because he grew up with 7 sisters? I wanna ask him myself lol. J/k. I’m teasing. 😜

  • @KUSZPREM
    @KUSZPREM 7 лет назад +5

    Mmmhmmm Afro beat is taking over... let's bring Africa to the world. Great interview

  • @DoctorBrute
    @DoctorBrute 4 года назад +1

    Well spoken young man! My fav Afro Pop (Beats) artist! When you wake up and throw on “Ojuelegba”its magic every time👑🙏🏽✨

  • @lyndan3946
    @lyndan3946 4 года назад +1

    My love for this guy just keeps growing

  • @youngestlandlord4369
    @youngestlandlord4369 7 лет назад +382

    wizkid speak clean English than davido

    • @EMSHO_
      @EMSHO_ 7 лет назад +31

      You can't even speak english at all, shut up.

    • @okuomose1
      @okuomose1 7 лет назад +3

      Youngest landlord Go & buy English language for dummies

    • @TingsAfrican
      @TingsAfrican 7 лет назад +4

      😭😭😭

    • @cristinaisabelmb5543
      @cristinaisabelmb5543 7 лет назад +4

      😂😂😂

    • @godstimebest2774
      @godstimebest2774 7 лет назад +1

      Youngest landlord,,,,you're sure

  • @seyramist
    @seyramist 7 лет назад +4

    It's my boi thou
    Clapping 👏🏿
    Well done ✅
    Wizkid 💞

  • @iam_success3313
    @iam_success3313 3 года назад

    And 2021 August, I’m still here watching this amazing Africa Nigeria musician! Love you so much Wizkid 🖤🤍❤️💙

  • @pascalUdoka-hp5ox
    @pascalUdoka-hp5ox 2 месяца назад

    Legendary speech ❤🦅

  • @blessedbabe9227
    @blessedbabe9227 7 лет назад

    wizkid is mature now and well spoken and articulate. well hes still growing. people should allow him be him. When it comes to interview with young Nigerian artists, I give it to wizkid. he's really worked on himself and you can tell. Davido cant even be this articulate with interviews.

  • @KingFunny-sw4hr
    @KingFunny-sw4hr 7 месяцев назад

    Who's still here 2024
    Big wiz to world