Wizkid Ayo Balogun just released his second
album titled AYO (meaning joy). Considering the politics of music in the Nigerian music industry coupled with the polarizing view of Wizkid’s brand of music/ (personality), this was one album review I definitely wanted to put out. To put things in perspective, Wizkid’s freshman album “Superstar” revolutionized pop music in the Nigerian music scene and I was curious how this album would play out. Enough of the small talk, lets proceed.
Jaiye Jaiye (feat Femi Kuti) – Wizkid’s most colorful track, which was put out in the
past year (also my personal favorite). This
track showcases everything it means to be
African (and Nigerian). The great Femi
from the Kuti music dynasty added color
and class to this track. I like its position as
the welcoming track on this album. It
gives you a glimpse into the soul of the
album (8.7/10).
Show you the money – This track has a
weird feel to it. It slowly wears on you. An
up-tempo track with Wiz’s usual cliché
rhymes but the trance-like effect of the
instrumental should overcome the short-
comings of the lyrics. Other than that,
nothing special….though the beat gets it!
(7.0/10).
In my bed – Another typical Wizkid
product. Primarily made up of staccato
tunes meshed with peaks and troughs of
vocals and breaks. It also has that Mzanzi
trance feel to it. Of particular interest is his
mention of some recognizable political
personalities. I see this as a hit in the
clubs. But I can’t get this feeling from my
head that this song mirrors “show you the
money” (7.5/10).
Mummy mi – Which Nigeria album would
be complete without the typical mummy-
thank-you-for-all-track? This track does
justice to his mummy. “I will buy you
Ferrari”, “I will love you forever”, “I will be
there for you”, “I will do anything for you”.
A befitting song for our mums (7.4/10).
Ojuelegba – Legendary beats is a
beast!!!!!! A slow tempo track (and with
shekpe in the system, the possibilities are
limitless). A rags-to-riches song – though
more like an inside story, those who know
his roots and early days should understand
his awe of how life turned out for him. He
summed it up thus: “I can’t explain”. This
is one of the best tracks on this album
(8.9/10).
Kind Love – This checks the box on the
high-life attendance list. This is a head
scratcher as I don’t understand its value
on the album save for diversity and the
need to drive home his attempt to switch
from pop heavy to something with a
national appeal. Your typical love track
(6/10).
On top of your matter – Totally deserving
of its spot on this album. A futuristic high-
Life track with some tinge of pop in there
somewhere. Perfect production and
delivery. Wiz doing Wiz. I bet a couple of
wedding playlists have this song firmly
embedded in it. “Love ohh”, “Love
ohh” (8.9/10).
In love – Ragga intro, the beginning gets
your attention and you are captivated,
waiting in anticipation and…… the song
does not disappoint as it changes the
tempo of the album. Rhythmic, catchy
and futuristic. The beat was tailor-made for
this production. I expect a complimentary
video soon. Seyi Shay did not “waste
space”. She delivered when it was
expected of her. Kudos to both of them on
delivering a quality product. **For the
Ladies**. (8.2/10).
For you (feat Akon) – For a second, I
thought I was listening to a Uhuru or
Professor track. There is some disconnect
in the early part of this track as your brain
tries to decipher the connection between
Wizkid’s and an Mzanzi styled beats.
Wizkid later on salvages what is left of the
track with the help of Akon once the song
subdues your brain into acceptance. Good
instrumentals, but definitely not
appropriate for the vocals used (7.1/10).
Dutty Whyne (feat Banky W) – Not entirely
surprised Mr. Wellington is featured on
this track. This is something up his alley –
Ragga theme. Another girl-whyne-your-
waist track. Feels cumbersome, but I
guess every album has to have its filler/
compensation track (for aggrieved
previous Oga’s) (7.0/10).
Ki lo FE – From the get-go, this track takes
you on a ride!!! One of the best” party
jams” on this album. The beats
assists Wizkid in delivering an amazing
performance and it never lets up. Armed
with a catchy hook, you have a memorable
afro-pop song that should rival a couple of
classics from his first album (8.6/10).
Omalicha – Deceptive track name, I was
expecting some Igbo vocals on this.
Nevertheless, this song took me back to
the early 90’s South African era when they
were churning out household hits loved by
the entire Continent. Definitely has that
nostalgic guitar imprint. Surprisingly good
lyrics on this. Another example of how Wiz
has grown as an artist (8.3/10).
Bombay (feat Phyno) – Well thought
through collaboration with one of the
music industry hottest acts. I particularly
like the Igbo flute on the beats (I wonder if
Phyno had a hand in that). The beats,
hook and delivery does justice to this
product. I guarantee you will suddenly
notice your head swinging to this track
unconsciously. One of those tracks that
will stand the test of time (8.7/10).
One question (feat Yemi Sax) – Classy
track.” One question, are you gonna dance
with me?” I have a feeling this song made
it on the album due to some input from
the Business team (insert gala night,
industry night, Weddings etc). This is
enough to bring our parents to the dance
floor to boogie and….well, let’s leave it at
that. I would have preferred this track
further down the list (more like an album
closer) but, well done Wizzy. Yemi Sax, I
see you. Tuale!! (8.5/10).
Celebrate – I like the beginning of this
track, it takes us back to his “Superstar”
days – when he was purely a pop song
churning factory. Even the production
seems muffled (intentional or not). The
song puts you in a good mood and dare I
say…..reminisce on your past exploits in
life. Typical afro-pop beats and all, but I
say it gets a pass mark from me (7.9/10).
Show you the money (Remix) (Feat Tyga)
– Why Tyga?? Wrong artist to feature on
an afro-beat track. Wizkid leaves his
original lyrics on the tracks and
increments it with Tyga’s. Since a remix
was inevitable on the album, this passes
for it (and that is not saying much). Poorly
executed song (6.9/10).
Murder (feat Wale) – The only outlandish
song (with the right feature) on this album
that was flawlessly executed (Maleek Berry
knows what he is doing). From the
production to Wizkid’s delivery and Wale’s
curtain-raiser, this was a well packaged
song and should sell in any of the African
music markets. A car bumping track. The
hook gets it!! (9.0/10).
Joy – Theme music right here! If any track
is fitting of being able to bump off “One
question” from the curtain-closer role, it is
this track. A reflective track at best with its
easy- to-deliver beat. Wizkid is thanking
and blessing his fans for their support on
the journey titled his life. He also relays the
support and advice he got from his mum
growing up. Feel good track (8.5/10).
Caro (feat LAX) – “Caro”- A name that
would go down in folklore. Everybody’s
favorite track. Afro-pop at its best.
Noteworthy is the fact that this song is
almost a year old and the visuals have
been out there for ages, yet, it found its
way on to the album. (awoof for the bois!!)
(9.1/10).

Synopsis:
While this album might not measure up to his
“Superstar” album iconic status, it shows us that he intends to explore other genres such as Trance, High-life and House. This should help him grow as an artist, perfect his craft and stand the test of time as the taste of his fans begins to evolve (due to age). Overall, the album was well produced, the listing was appropriate (save the “One question” track) with minimal filler tracks. An extra RnB track wouldn’t have hurt, but the album receives an (7.9/10) – A great showing considering this is a sophomore album. Worth the $9.99.

Credits: http://kobikwelu.com/2014/09/18/wizkid-ayo-album-review/

Tval aka OP, with this your ratings, I don know sey u be Club guy..

Bimfo: Tval aka OP, with this your ratings, I don know sey u be Club guy..

Credits should go to this guy http://kobikwelu.com/2014/09/18/wizkid-ayo-album-review/ . He is the original author of the preview, I just went there to copy and come here to paste. CTRL A+CTRL P

Wizkid falling ma hand honesty...

Tired of all these baby girl buddy songs...

...give me this give me that...
...Shake it shake it shake it shake body...
...Her body this her body that...
...I love your this I love your that...
...I give you money oooo money oooo...
...sexy sexy sexy you whyne whyne...whyne am well...

And these screaming ofa thing
...oh le le le le le...
...Wizzy oooo wizzy oooo...
...na na na na...ye ye ye ye...

All these are pisorf shiiii arrrghhhhhhhh!!!!!
Don't ya gerrittttt?!!!!

You don't have to flood your music with all these buddy buddy girl love thing...

Again, stop believing Nigerians will fall those big names you featured...
Tyga was blabbing rubbish, same goes for Akon...

Deleted all, left with jaiye jaiye(my best track ), celebrate, joy, mummy mi, ojuelegba and caro

All the best anyway....

p squares album sure pass,it has taken over d airwave in akwaibom

Rubbish abi?

Bros u self dey fall wizkid hand onto!
Why u no buy the album? U com go download the full album habatically!

funkyjms: Wizkid falling ma hand honesty...

Tired of all these baby girl buddy songs...

...give me this give me that...
...Shake it shake it shake it shake body...
...Her body this her body that...
...I love your this I love your that...
...I give you money oooo money oooo...
...sexy sexy sexy you whyne whyne...whyne am well...

And these screaming ofa thing
...oh le le le le le...
...Wizzy oooo wizzy oooo...
...na na na na...ye ye ye ye...

All these are pisorf shiiii arrrghhhhhhhh!!!!!
Don't ya gerrittttt?!!!!

You don't have to flood your music with all these buddy buddy girl love thing...

Again, stop believing Nigerians will fall those big names you featured...
Tyga was blabbing rubbish, same goes for Akon...

Deleted all, left with jaiye jaiye(my best track ), celebrate, joy, mummy mi, ojuelegba and caro

All the best anyway....

He is above the pass mark -}four stars ****. Btw, anyone with dl link abeg?

I love wizkid, but this album is wack, can't even pick any song worth listening to from the album, call me hater or anything but I prefer psquare double trouble over this........4/10 in my honest opinion

Op I haven't listened to the full album but 7.0/10.0 for show you the money?? Fcvk!!! That sound is wack!

lyfe: He is above the pass mark -}four stars ****. Btw, anyone with dl link abeg?

If everybody the look for free link how the guy go use make him money na