Afrobeats sensation Ayo Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, showed deep respect and admiration for Fuji music legend Wasiu Ayinde Marshall, aka KWAM1, during the New Year Fest celebration in Lagos.
As KWAM1 performed on stage, he acknowledged Wizkid in his lyrics, prompting the Grammy award-winning star to join him on stage to the delight of the audience. Amid cheers of “Machala,” Wizkid gifted KWAM1’s team bundles of cash as a token of appreciation, further thrilling the crowd.
The heartfelt moment didn’t end there. Wizkid and KWAM1 shared a warm hug on stage, exchanging friendly banter that highlighted their strong bond. Fans hailed the interaction as a touching display of mutual respect between two music icons.
Their camaraderie dates back years, with KWAM1 attending and performing at Wizkid’s mother’s burial in 2023, a gesture that solidified their connection.