Big Wiz, as he has been fondly called; in recent times, is once again showing why he is arguably the biggest superstar to come out of Africa. He’s still clinching nominations even though his last album was two years ago. Made in Lagos has taken the superstar to heights he never dreamt of.
“Essence”, the song of the summer; from the album, seemed to etch his name in other continents. He’s now reaping the fruits of his hard work with various nominations.
He has been nominated for TWO 2022 American Music Awards:
• Best R&B Song — “Essence” (feat. Tems)
• Favorite Afrobeats Artist
This brings him to a total of FIVE career nominations.
Voting starts now and ends on Nov.14th. To vote: https://www.billboard.com/amasvote/
#AMAs Favorite R&B Song Nominees:
📣 @Beyonce “BREAK MY SOUL”
📣 @munilong “Hrs And Hrs”
📣 @silksonic “Smokin Out The Window”
📣 @sza “I Hate U”
📣 @wizkidayo ft. @temsbaby “Essence” pic.twitter.com/7234CIEnqY
— American Music Awards (@AMAs) October 13, 2022
#AMAs Favorite Afrobeats Artist Nominees:
📣 @burnaboy
📣 @ckay_yo
📣 @fireboydml
📣 @temsbaby
📣 @wizkidayo pic.twitter.com/l2maRku9et
— American Music Awards (@AMAs) October 13, 2022