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On 17 September 2014, Wizkid released his sophomore album 'Ayo' which housed several notable singles including 'Ojuelegba' which would become a smash hit

Wizkid's iconic single 'Ojuelegba' clocks 10 | Pulse Nigeria

Adeayo Adebiyi

<h2>On 17 September 2014, Wizkid released his sophomore album<strong><em> 'Ayo' </em></strong>which housed several notable singles including <em>'Ojuelegba' </em>which would become a smash hit.</h2>

<p>The mid-tempo single produced by Legendury Beatz chronicles Wizkid's reflection on his journey to success that started in the Ojuelegba area of Lagos state. </p>

<p>The single resonated with listeners for its message of hope, perseverance, and gratitude conveyed through the familiar languages of Pidgin English and Yoruba with infectious melodies. </p>

<p>The music video was shot by iconic cinematographer <strong>Clarence</strong> <strong>Peters</strong> and it had <strong>Wizkid</strong> riding in the streets of Ojuelegba in the famous Lagos yellow busses while also making stops across different landmarks in the area. </p>

<p><em>'Ojuelegba' </em>soared to commercial success beyond the shores of Nigeria where it captured the attention of British-Nigerian rapper <strong>Skepta</strong> and Canadian rapper <strong>Drake</strong> who freestyled on what would become the unofficial remix. </p>

<p>The single will play a notable role in the <a href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/20-nigerian-songs-that-crossed-over-to-the-international-market/k43m5ws">global exportation of Nigerian mainstream pop music </a>as Wizkid would be featured by Drake on the global smash hit <em>'One Dance' </em>a year later. This collaboration will bring Wizkid and Afrobeats international exposure that will chart a course for the genre's global success. </p>

<p>10 years after its release, Wizkid's <em>'Ojuelegba' </em>has ascended to classical status with palpable impacts across the Nigerian music ecosystem.</p>

<div class="embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Celebrating 10 years of <a href="https://twitter.com/wizkidayo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wizkidayo</a>&#39;s Ojuelegba. Forever a classic. 🔥 <a href="https://t.co/Ln9WYTyYqO">pic.twitter.com/Ln9WYTyYqO</a></p>&mdash; Spotify Africa (@SpotifyAfrica) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpotifyAfrica/status/1835983289393238382?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 17, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p>In recognition of its 10th anniversary, fans have taken to social media to pay tribute to the song and Wizkid's sophomore album<strong><em> 'Ayo'. </em></strong></p>

<p>Music streaming platform Spotify shared a clip celebrating the song which many describe as a national anthem in Nigeria.</p>

Wizkid's iconic single 'Ojuelegba' clocks 10

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