Nigerian music superstar, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun well known as Wizkid has achieved another milestone with his latest hit, Kese (Dance), which has rewritten the playbook for Afrobeat success, breaking monumental streaming records and setting a new benchmark for African music globally.
Within its first full day on Spotify, the single amassed an astonishing 2.9 million streams, making it the most streamed African song on opening day. In Nigeria, it achieved 1.57 million streams within 24 hours, outshining all of Wizkid’s prior records.
Produced by the acclaimed P2J, Kese (Dance) fuses Afrobeat’s vibrant rhythms with contemporary danceable grooves, cementing Wizkid’s legendary status in the genre.
Critics and fans alike have lauded its captivating beats and silky melodies, which continue to dominate playlists across the world.
The single is part of the Morayo album era, a project slated to further elevate Afrobeat’s global appeal.
Kese (Dance) also clinched the No. 1 spot on Apple Music’s Top 100 charts in several countries, underscoring its international acclaim.
As one of 2024’s defining Afrobeat tracks, it’s a testament to Wizkid’s enduring artistry and his ability to continually innovate while staying true to his roots.
