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Wizkid’s ‘$’ Post Sparks Buzz as Asake’s M$NEY Album Soars to No.1 on Apple Music Nigeria

Nigerian musicians, Asake and Wizkid

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Wizkid has stirred massive online reactions after posting a simple dollar sign shortly after the release of Asake’s latest album, M$NEY.

The post, shared on 1 May on X, at approximately 6:52 p.m.  quickly went viral, amassing over three million views, alongside tens of thousands of likes and reposts. Fans widely interpreted the subtle message as a show of support for Asake’s fourth studio album, which has been gaining significant traction across streaming platforms.

Asake x Wizkid
Asake x Wizkid

M$NEY, a 13-track project, features standout collaborations, including the song Worship with DJ Snake. The album has already climbed to the top of Nigeria’s Apple Music and iTunes charts, reinforcing Asake’s dominance in the Afrobeats scene.

Real: Wizkid x Asake
Real: Wizkid x Asake

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Industry observers have noted that Wizkid’s post, though minimalistic, underscores his significant influence in the digital space. Some fans have even pointed out that he appears to be the only top-tier Afrobeats artist to publicly acknowledge the project so far.

Asake’s continued chart success builds on his momentum from earlier in the year, including his collaborative project REAL, Vol. 1. With M$NEY now dominating the charts, the singer once again proves his ability to deliver commercially successful and culturally resonant music.

 

 

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