After Fela, Wizkid Is the Greatest Afrobeats Artist Ever — Olamide

Nigerian rapper and YBNL boss Olamide Baddo has sparked conversations across the music scene after declaring Wizkid the greatest Afrobeats artist of all time after the legendary Fela Kuti. The rapper made the statement during a surprise visit to York University in Toronto, Canada, where he interacted with students and music enthusiasts.

Addressing the audience, Olamide praised Wizkid’s global impact and contribution to the growth of Afrobeats, crediting him for helping to push African music to international heights. “After Fela, Wizkid is the greatest Afrobeats artist ever,” Olamide boldly stated, drawing loud cheers from the crowd.

The rapper’s remarks have since ignited widespread reactions on social media, with fans of both Olamide and Wizkid celebrating the acknowledgment. Many hailed Olamide for recognizing Wizkid’s influence and consistency in taking Afrobeats to a global audience through chart-topping hits and international collaborations.

Olamide’s surprise appearance at York University comes as part of his ongoing international engagements and growing influence beyond Nigeria’s borders. During the visit, he also discussed the evolution of Afrobeats, the importance of unity among African artists, and the genre’s expanding reach across continents.

His statement adds to the ongoing debate about the greatest figures in Afrobeats history, a genre that has produced icons such as Burna Boy, Davido, Tiwa Savage, and others. However, Olamide’s clear ranking of Fela Kuti first and Wizkid second underscores the deep respect the rapper holds for artists who have shaped the global perception of African music.