Nigerian rapper Emeka Akumefule, popularly known as Blaqbonez, asserts that Wizkid’s track “Essence” is credited with elevating Afrobeats onto the global stage.
Blaqbonez contends that since Wizkid’s 2020 release of “Essence” featuring Tems, Afrobeats has experienced a significant surge in popularity worldwide.
During a recent interview with American outlet KTLA, Blaqbonez stated: “Afrobeats took a massive leap when Wizkid dropped Essence and it went crazy. It just told the world that Afrobeats is something you really have to watch.
“Crazy things are happening right now for Afrobeats. More talented artists are coming up.”
Recalls that Wizkid recently denounced Afrobeats, saying he does not wish to be boxed into any particular genre.
Wizkid’s team has also described ‘Essence’ as an R&B song.
