July 16 is more than a date it’s a holiday in the hearts of millions of fans around the world. On this day, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, known to the world as Wizkid, celebrates his 35th birthday. And in true Starboy fashion, 2025 has been nothing short of spectacular.

This birthday marks more than age it celebrates a legacy.. From dominating global charts to setting streaming records, Wizkid’s 2025 has proven, once again, that Afrobeats isn’t just a sound. It’s a movement. And Wizkid is still leading the charge.

Wizkid’s fans took over social media in celebration, from #WizkidAt35 trending worldwide to heartfelt posts from fellow musicians, celebrities, and fans alike. Instagram was flooded with tributes, old performance clips, and throwback photos from his Superstar days to his sold out 2025 arena shows.

2025: The Year of Morayo and Monumental Hits

Wizkid’s 2025 musical output has been nothing short of historic. With the release of his sixth studio album Morayo (late 2024), dedicated to his late mother, Wizkid tapped into new emotional depths while still serving signature Starboy energy. And in 2025, those sounds matured into record breaking chart toppers.

1. Kese (Dance)

Arguably the biggest Afrobeats hit of 2025 so far.

• Kese became the fastest solo African song to cross 10 million Spotify streams in just 9 days.

• It topped the Nigeria Top 100 and held steady for weeks.

• The music video, a colorful Lagos dance montage, dropped in March 2025 and quickly amassed over 30M views on YouTube.

“It’s a spiritual party track,” one fan said on X. “He made grieving feel joyful.”

2. Piece of My Heart (feat. Brent Faiyaz)

• This heartfelt, R&B infused duet was released in late 2024 but became a cultural moment in 2025.

• It won a NAACP Image Award and charted top 5 across Nigeria, Ghana, and the U.S. Afrobeats chart.

• Critics praised the synergy between Brent’s smooth vocals and Wizkid’s mellow delivery.

3. Gimme Dat (feat. Ayra Starr)

• A flirty, uptempo jam that blended Ayra's pop energy with Wizkid’s effortless charm.

• The track peaked at #3 in Nigeria, #4 in the UK Afrobeats chart, and was a TikTok dance staple for months.

4. Kai! (with Olamide)

• This surprise drop in April 2025 became a street anthem.

• A blend of Yoruba swagger and Fuji infused production, Kai! was raw, fun, and deeply Nigerian.

• Peaked at #9 on Nigeria Top 100 and cracked the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Top 10.

  Setting Records and Leading Charts

  • In Q1 2025, Wizkid was Nigeria’s most streamed artist, amassing over 218 million streams in three months alone.

  • In May 2025, he made history as the first African artist to surpass 20 billion global audio streams.

  • On streaming charts, seven tracks from Morayo occupied spots in the Top 20 simultaneously a rare feat.

  He’s not just thriving he’s defining the moment.

  Touring and Global Presence

  Wizkid's 2025 “Morayo World Tour” has been another highlight.

  • He sold out arenas across Europe and North America, including venues in Toronto, Atlanta, Paris, and London O2 again.

  • His Lagos homecoming concert this December is already sold out, months in advance.

  Wizkid at 35: Still the Starboy

  35 years old, and still the blueprint.

  From his days singing Holla at Your Boy to dominating global charts with Essence and now Kese, Wizkid remains a symbol of evolution, excellence, and cultural pride. With his signature cool, minimal media appearances, and heavy hitting music, he continues to define the pulse of Afrobeats.

  Whether he’s in the booth, on stage, or quietly celebrating with his inner circle, one thing is clear:

  Wizkid isn’t done. He’s just getting started.

  From Ojuelegba to arenas across the world, Wizkid continues to shape the sound of a generation. At 35, he's not winding down he's rewriting the rules.