Nigerian afrobeats singer, Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has revealed his intention to step away from the music scene.
Wizkid, the “Money & Love” crooner, announced his plan to take a four to five-year hiatus from music, hinting at pursuing a career in football or golf.
This announcement came via a series of Instagram posts on a Sunday, a few weeks after the funeral of his mother.
Writing in broken English, he playfully wrote, “Back in 4 years, make una papa chop him money small or maybe five or I fit still go dey play ball now.
“Or make I start dey play golf, Fifa or wrestling b*tch!”All of una dey craze! Everybody dey mad.
“On some G shit, I hope you mof*ckas alright body mind and soul and taking time out to enjoy with your loved ones.”
Wizkid’s most recent single, “Money & Love,” dropped on November 4, 2022, leaving his fans eager for more.
This track is part of his album, “More Love, Less Ego,” which was released in November August 2022 .
This isn’t the first time Wizkid has mentioned plans to take a break from music. In 2019, he shared his plans via his X account to step back, saying, “Gone till March! Thank you.”
Wizkid Teases 4-Year Break From Music, Contemplates Career In Golf, Football is first published on The Whistler Newspaper