Wizkid Biography
Profile
Full Name: Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun
Born: July 16, 1990
Age: 35 (as of 2025)
Birthplace: Surulere, Lagos State, Nigeria
Nationality: Nigerian
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer
Height: 5 feet 4 inches (1.63 m)
Parents: Alhaji Muniru Olatunji Balogun (Father), Jane Dolapo Balogun (Mother)
Siblings: 12 siblings
Girlfriend: Not publicly disclosed
Wife: Unmarried
Children: 3 (Boluwatife, Ayodeji, Zion)
Net Worth: $40 million (as of 2025)
Awards: Grammy, BET, MOBO, Headies, MTV Africa, etc.
Albums: Superstar, Ayo, Sounds from the Other Side, Made in Lagos, More Love Less Ego, Morayo
Early Life and Education
Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, was born on July 16, 1990, in Surulere, Lagos. He was raised in a polygamous home, as his father had multiple wives. Wizkid developed an interest in music early, singing in his local church choir.
He attended Ijebu Ode Grammar School and later enrolled at Lagos State University (LASU) before transferring to Lead City University. However, he dropped out to focus on music.
Music Career and Albums
Career Breakthrough (2010-2015)
Wizkid started as a member of a church group called Glorious Five before going solo. He signed with Empire Mates Entertainment (EME) under Banky W and released his debut album, Superstar (2011), featuring hits like Holla at Your Boy and Don’t Dull.
In 2014, he dropped his second album, Ayo, which contained the smash hit Ojuelegba. The song’s remix featuring Drake and Skepta propelled him to international fame.
International Success (2016-Present)
Wizkid’s feature on Drake’s One Dance (2016) made him the first Nigerian artist to top the Billboard Hot 100. He later released Sounds from the Other Side (2017), followed by Made in Lagos (2020), which featured Essence with Tems. The song became a global hit and earned a Grammy nomination.
In 2022, he dropped More Love, Less Ego, followed by Morayo in 2024, dedicated to his late mother.
Awards and Achievements
Wizkid is one of Africa’s most awarded artists. His notable awards include:
- Grammy Award: Brown Skin Girl (with Beyoncé)
- BET Awards: Best International Act (Multiple wins)
- MOBO Awards: Best African Act
- MTV Africa Music Awards: Multiple wins
- Headies Awards: Multiple wins
He also holds records for selling out the - Arena (London) multiple times.
Wizkid’s Grammy Awards
Wizkid won his first Grammy for Best Music Video in 2021 for Brown Skin Girl with Beyoncé. His album Made in Lagos was also nominated for Best Global Music Album.
Wizkid’s Net Worth (2025)
As of 2025, Wizkid’s estimated net worth is $40 million, making him one of Africa’s richest musicians. He earns from music sales, endorsement deals (Pepsi, UBA, Puma), and business investments. He owns luxury cars and properties in Lagos, London, and the U.S.
Wizkid’s Personal Life: Wife, Girlfriend, and Children
Wizkid has three children from different relationships:
Boluwatife Balogun (with Shola Ogudu)
Ayodeji Balogun Jr. (with Binta Diallo)
Zion Balogun (with Jada Pollock)
He is rumored to be in a long-term relationship with his manager, Jada Pollock, but they are not officially married.
Height and Physical Appearance
Wizkid stands at 5 feet 4 inches (1.63 m), making him one of the shorter Afrobeats stars.
Social Media and Wikipedia
Instagram: @wizkidayo
Twitter: @wizkidayo
Wikipedia: Wizkid
