Wizkid’s ‘Made In Lagos’ Reaches New Milestone, Making African History on the Billboard Charts

Wizkid’s iconic album Made In Lagos continues to solidify its place in African music history! The album has made a significant return to the Billboard World Album chart, marking its entry at No. 24 and setting an extraordinary record as the first African album to appear on the chart for six consecutive years.

Since its release in 2020, Made In Lagos has been a commercial triumph, dominating global charts and winning the hearts of music lovers worldwide. Its presence on the Billboard charts is a testament to its massive success, including its debut on the Billboard 200 and record-breaking 100 weeks on the World Albums chart.

A major driving force behind its success is the smash hit “Essence” featuring Tems, which not only captured the attention of Afrobeats fans but also made waves on the Billboard Hot 100. The remix featuring Justin Bieber further catapulted the song into global superstardom, peaking at No. 9 and becoming the highest-charting Afrobeats song ever.

In 2022, Made In Lagos was ranked No. 2 on the Billboard Year-End World Albums chart, just behind BTS’s Proof, proving its staying power in a competitive music industry. Wizkid’s achievement was also recognized at the Grammys, with the album earning a nomination for Best Global Album and “Essence” being nominated for Best Global Song Performance.

Nearly five years after its release, Made In Lagos is still going strong, regarded as one of the most impactful Nigerian albums of all time. In the age of streaming, its influence in promoting Afrobeats on the global stage cannot be overstated.

It’s safe to say that Wizkid’s Made In Lagos is not just a classic, but a cultural force that continues to break boundaries and set records.