Ayodeji Balogun, famously known as Wizkid, on Sunday revealed his intention to step away from the music industry for an extended period. This is coming on the heels of the tragic loss of his mother a few months back.

Through a series of Instagram posts, the ‘Essence’ artist disclosed his plan to embark on a sabbatical that might span four to five years. During this hiatus, he hinted at exploring alternative interests such as football or golf.

Wizkid said, “I’ll be back in four years; you guys can enjoy my wealth for a bit. Or maybe five years, and I might even delve into sports – playing football or maybe even starting to play golf. FIFA or wrestling, perhaps! You all are insane.”

Wizkid’s absence will undoubtedly create a significant artistic void in the music industry, particularly in the Afrobeat and global music scenes.
While his statements seemed light-hearted, they raise several critical questions about the implications of his break and who stands to gain or lose from this hiatus. Let’s delve into these aspects:

Potential Beneficiaries:
Up-and-Coming Artists: With Wizkid temporarily out of the scene, emerging artists in the Afrobeat and Nigerian music industry may have a chance to garner more attention and recognition.

Concert Promoters and Event Organizers: The absence of Wizkid from the live performance circuit could create opportunities for other artists to headline events, potentially benefiting concert promoters and event organizers.
Potential Losers:

Record Label: Wizkid signed a multi-album deal with RCA Records/Sony Music International in March 2017, allegedly receiving a substantial advance in US dollars. The label, which has handled his distribution deal in the United States, might face a temporary reduction in revenue and influence during his break.

Brand Collaborators: Those who have benefited from collaborating with Wizkid may experience a decrease in opportunities while he is on hiatus, this includes the multiple brands he has signed ambassadorial deals with.

The financial repercussions of Wizkid’s break are challenging to quantify precisely. However, his absence from the music industry, combined with potential diversification into other fields, could lead to a temporary decrease in income for himself, his record label, and those directly associated with his music career.

https://www.primebusiness.africa/wizkids-unexpected-music-break-implications-winners-and-losers/

Dbull on this one!!!


Maybe this is my opportunity to take his place, who knows

Loved his early days more than the now..

I appreciate the move because the break gonna give him enough time to bounce back better but j just hope you don't end like PSQUARE..

GOD bless all WizkidFC out there..

I’m happy I won’t hear his noise for three years. He’ll be back earlier than he expected. Retirement dey sweet for mouth until eight months pass and life go dey meaningless. If he knows what’s good, he should bow out on his terms and not stay long enough to be considered a has-been.

Biggest bird
HBK

Which one be ‘ you all are insane’ in his comments

Tamarah:



https://www.primebusiness.africa/wizkids-unexpected-music-break-implications-winners-and-losers/

Lolz... 4 year break, na School of MUSIC u dey?

Himm Fc no go know say investment dey oo, bt go open mouth like it a stored Wealth he gobdey spend 👌

From the very first day I saw this Nigga
2009 in Igbenedion university. Banky was to perform in Auditorium that night.
Everybody came to see Banky

Naso we see one lanky lepa boy wey dey follow Banky for back like Mumu
Come dey do hypeman for Banky

Lo and behold that Lepashious skinny nigga is now running the world
Wizkid you have really paid your dues
To be a Top Nigerian Artist for a Decade
Is something that deserves Balloon Dior

I wish I had a time machine, I will go back to 2009 that night and famz and hail the unknown wizkid. Atlesst give am my number

There is time for everything under the sun. Even time is a lie

Whether he stops singing or not, Babanla is made for life..


Wizzy, Wizzy

I will blow in my shoe making field

Big wizzy

And you believe him to reach the 4-5

Chai..









I'm just here to "READ COMMENTS".


Sipping my richly prepared Tapioca!

If true, the only losers are his Bank account figures and his dependants.

I don't believe the fake 4 years break though.

In the entertainment industry, you are either fully in or out. The young boys queuing up are not joking.

Don't play!

H.

Enjoy ur money Bigwiz

Believe he is going for four years break at your own peril
Highest na months three four months he go take

Break that can break the breaker...

Any way enjoy your break.. maybe it will give room for good music.

Who cares
Seems music is the only thing Nigeria can boast off..

How many artists Saudi Arabia get?

Small but mighty, Babanla

Last Last na WizKid go loss.
If i get fame & popularity like WizKid na every 5months i go dey release album but his career his decision sha

I think 5 years is a long time for any artist to be away from showbiz, music in particular. With the pace arobeat is growing, I'm sure he won't be missed that much though. Replacement yapa

Allow am rest

Of what use is Atiku and Obi's so-called world press conference?

Chelsea to win 0-3✅

His career his absolute decision. As long as he’s not breaching any contract

Iamdbull:
Dbull on this one!!!


Maybe this is my opportunity to take his place, who knows

bolo

His mother might be his motivator

Ok