In a rare and intimate conversation, Nigerian music icon Ayodeji Balogun, globally celebrated as Wizkid, has laid bare the fundamental pillars of his life. The multi-award-winning singer pinpointed his daughter, his music, and his faith in God as the three most crucial elements guiding his current journey.
A Glimpse Into The Starboy's Private World
The revelation came during a heartfelt dialogue with fellow chart-topper Asake on the "Close Friends Only with Instagram" series, which was broadcast on Thursday night. When posed with the question about their life's top priorities, Wizkid's response was immediate and heartfelt. "For me, my daughter. I just wake up and smile. Music. God," he stated, offering fans a precious look into the values that drive him away from the stage lights.
Emphasizing his normalcy despite global fame, Wizkid described a simple daily routine centered on family. He wakes up early to take his children to school, reminding everyone that "We're normal human beings too." This focus on fatherhood and a grounded life contrasts with his monumental public persona as one of Afrobeats' leading figures.
Mutual Admiration and a Major Collaboration
The Instagram chat was more than a personal reflection; it was a meeting of musical minds. Wizkid did not hold back in praising Asake, calling him "one of the most talented human beings" he has ever encountered. Asake reciprocated the respect, describing Wizkid as his personal benchmark for greatness.
This mutual admiration sets the stage for their highly anticipated joint project. The artists confirmed that a collaborative effort titled "REAL" is set for release before the end of December. The announcement was first made during an Apple Music session earlier this month, where Wizkid declared, "Special announcement, 2025 Mr Money X Big Wiz project. It's called REAL, and it drops this December. For the people, Vol. 1."
A Powerhouse Year for Both Artists
The collaboration builds on an already spectacular year for both stars. Wizkid's 2024 album, "Morayo," became Nigeria's most-streamed album of 2025 on both Apple Music and Spotify. Asake, also known as Mr Money, dominated as the most-streamed artiste on Apple Music Nigeria this year, propelled by hits like "Why Love," the platform's most-streamed track of 2025.
Their previous joint tracks, including "MMS" from Asake's 2024 album—which ranked as the fourth most-streamed song in Nigeria this year—and "Bad Girl," have already proven their potent chemistry. The upcoming "REAL" project promises to be another milestone.
The online reaction to the candid Instagram conversation has been overwhelmingly positive, with fans celebrating the honest and refreshing moment shared by two of the genre's biggest icons. It underscores a narrative of longevity, friendship, and the personal foundations behind their public success.
