Made In Lagos (Deluxe)

Made in Lagos is the fourth studio album by Nigerian singer-songwriter Wizkid, released on October 30, 2020. It showcases Wizkid’s growth as an artist, blending elements of Afrobeat, reggae, R&B, and hip-hop to create a unique sound.

The album consists of 14 tracks and features collaborations from prominent artists such as Burna Boy, Damian Marley, H.E.R., Ella Mai, and Skepta. It includes hit singles like “No Stress,” “Ginger,” and “Essence” as it explores themes of love, life, success, and Wizkid’s Nigerian heritage. The album pays homage to Wizkid’s Lagos roots and celebrates the vibrant and diverse music scene of the city. It also reflects Wizkid’s personal growth and maturity as he navigates his musical journey.

The album was a commercial success, debuting at number #1 on the Nigerian iTunes chart and receiving positive reviews from music critics worldwide, Album of the Year at the 2021 Headies Awards, and a Best Global Music Album nomination at the 2021 Grammy Awards.

“Essence” featuring Tems became a global sensation, reaching the top 20 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming Wizkid’s first song to achieve this feat.

It received praise for its production quality, infectious grooves spearheaded by Richard Isong (popularly known as P2J) and inspirations from Sarz, Juls among many others and Wizkid’s ability to seamlessly blend different genres.

“Made in Lagos” further solidified Wizkid’s status as one of Africa’s biggest musical exports and propelled him to global recognition, contributing to the growing popularity of Afrobeat on the international stage.

The Final Cut for the album, Made In Lagos (Deluxe), was released on August 27, 2021 with guest appearances from BNXN (fka Buju), Tems & Justin Bieber.