American rapper Wale has revealed new details about his long-standing friendship with Afrobeats superstar Wizkid, shedding light on the support he gave the singer before his global rise. The revelation has sparked fresh conversations about the early relationships that helped shape Wizkid’s international journey.
During a recent livestream interview, Wale spoke about his deep appreciation for Nigerian music and the personal bonds he has formed with several artists over the years. He explained that his connection with Wizkid is not recent, noting that their friendship has lasted close to a decade and goes far beyond music collaborations. According to him, their relationship was built on trust, shared experiences, and genuine respect.
Wale disclosed that when Wizkid was still finding his footing in the United States, he opened his home to him. He said Wizkid stayed with him in Beverly Hills for an extended period, during which they focused on creating music and learning the industry. Speaking on their bond, Wale said, “There are some I know personally, like Wizkid. Wizkid and I have been cool for almost 10 years now.”
He also revealed that he played a key role in exposing Wizkid to major global platforms. Wale recalled taking the singer to his first BET Awards, an experience that later became a milestone in Wizkid’s international career. Reflecting on that moment, he stated, “I remember taking him to his first BET Awards show. That is my boy.”
Wale further explained that their time together was productive and creative, adding, “I once accommodated him in Beverly Hills for a whole summer. We were just writing music. We made a lot of songs together.”
The comments have renewed public interest in the unseen support systems behind Afrobeats’ global success, highlighting how mentorship and relationships continue to shape the genre’s expansion worldwide.
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