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New Record for Wizkid as Billboard Announces Him as ‘Longest-charting African Artist’ & ‘Essence’ as Longest Charting African Song

The official music chart of the United States, Billboard, has announced Wizkid’s ‘Essence’ as the ‘longest charting African song.’

His album ‘Made In Lagos‘ was also confirmed to be the ‘longest-charting African album.’ With this in total, Wizkid aka Big Wiz becomes the longest-charting African artist.

His song ‘Essence’ which features songstress Tems has enjoyed an impressive level of success in the United States reaching the Billboard Top 10 and earning a platinum plaque in the process.

Billboard announcement is a confirmation of Wizkid’s success in the United States and an addition of another feather to his decorated cap.

With his forthcoming album ‘More Love, Less Ego,’ Wizkid will be looking to further break new ground internationally.

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Ben Orange, is a stylist and a senior fashion editor at GLAMCITYZ, who covers topics in Fashion, Style, and weddings. With his keen eye for trends, he expertly navigates the dynamic world of fashion, offering invaluable insights and advice to readers.In his leisure time, you'll often find Ben indulging in his love for reading and enjoying the melodies of good music.

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