In a candid throwback interview, global music sensation Wizkid shared a revealing story about his early struggles and his departure from Banky W’s record label, Empire Mates Entertainment (EME).
Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Balogun, was signed to EME in 2009. Under Banky W’s mentorship, he released his debut album, Superstar, in 2011. The album was a massive success, featuring hit tracks like “Holla at Your Boy” and “Pakurumo.”
Despite his success, Wizkid revealed that his exit from EME was not a smooth one. In the interview, he said, “I was Wizkid, I had to leave EME record label with Zero Naira. Everybody knows the story.”
This revelation comes at a time when the music industry is grappling with issues of financial mismanagement and unfair treatment of artists. Wizkid’s story serves as a reminder of the challenges many artists face in the entertainment industry.