In a candid moment that has set social media ablaze, Afrobeats icon Ayodeji Balogun, globally recognized as Wizkid, has publicly extended what many are calling the ultimate musical honor to rising star Asake: a performance slot at his yet-to-be-scheduled wedding.
The revelation came during a recent joint appearance on Apple Music radio, where Wizkid, alongside DJ Tunez and Asake himself, discussed music, collaborations, and personal milestones. The Grammy Award-winning artist didn’t mince words about his admiration for the ‘Lonely At The Top’ crooner, singling out specific tracks that have resonated with him.
“‘Omo Ope’ made me an Asake fan from the first listen,” Wizkid disclosed during the broadcast, referencing the breakout hit that introduced many to Asake’s distinctive sound. However, it was another track that captured the Starboy Entertainment boss’s heart. “But my favourite Asake song is ‘Remember’—I think you have to play that one on my wedding day. It is an amazing record.”
The comments represent more than just casual praise from one artist to another. Wizkid, whose influence in shaping the global Afrobeats movement cannot be overstated, rarely makes such public declarations about contemporary acts. His endorsement carries significant weight in an industry where his stamp of approval can elevate careers.
“You are amazing, you have one of the most special voices from home [Africa] and in the world,” Wizkid continued, his tone reflecting genuine admiration. “I have told you that like a million times and I am saying it again on radio. You are a blessing to African music.”
The wedding in question has become something of an industry talking point. Wizkid has been in a committed relationship with his manager and third child’s mother, Japa P, with whom he shares three children—two sons and a daughter. The couple’s relationship has largely played out away from the spotlight, though Wizkid has periodically teased wedding plans over recent years, keeping fans and industry watchers speculating about when the ceremony might actually take place.
For Asake, whose meteoric rise has been one of Nigerian music’s most compelling success stories in recent years, receiving such public recognition from an established titan like Wizkid represents validation at the highest level. The artist’s unique vocal styling and innovative approach to Afrobeats fusion have earned him critical acclaim and commercial success both domestically and internationally.
As of press time, neither artist’s representatives have provided additional details about potential wedding dates or formal performance arrangements. However, if Wizkid’s wedding does materialize as planned, the presence of Asake—and specifically a performance of ‘Remember’—would undoubtedly make it one of the most memorable musical celebrations in recent Afrobeats history.
The mutual respect displayed between the two artists during the Apple Music radio appearance underscores a broader narrative within African music: established stars actively championing emerging talent, creating a ecosystem where artistic excellence is recognized and celebrated across generations.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
Grammy-winning Afrobeats superstar Wizkid has publicly requested fellow Nigerian artist Asake to perform at his upcoming wedding, specifically asking for the song ‘Remember.’ The endorsement, made during an Apple Music radio appearance, sees Wizkid praising Asake as having “one of the most special voices” in Africa and calling him “a blessing to African music.”
While Wizkid has been teasing his wedding to longtime partner and manager Japa P—with whom he shares three children—for years, no official date has been set.
The public declaration highlights the mutual respect between established and emerging Afrobeats artists and underscores Asake’s rapid ascent in the industry.
