Video: Wizkid’s son Tife sparks buzz with tease of debut single
Abdullateef Fowewe
Boluwatife Ayodeji Balogun, known as Tife Balogun, the 14-year-old first son of Afrobeat superstar Wizkid, has ignited excitement online after sharing a sneak peek of what seems to be his debut single.
Tife posted a short video on Instagram on Sunday captioned, “Champion’s Arrival videographer, DIKASTUDIOS, producer iamhosana_,” showcasing him delivering a confident rap verse filled with youthful energy.
In the clip, Tife boldly raps, “Shoutout to the OGs in the game, but it’s time to pass on the baton,” and “I’ve got zero competition,” lines that fans have praised for their self-assurance.
The video quickly went viral, accumulating over 30,900 likes and 1,000 comments across social media platforms, with many noting his striking resemblance to Wizkid and his promising talent.
Social media user #mubamz on X said, “Shoutout to all the OGs in the game but it’s time to pass on the baton to Champion. Iyen Bolu na??? I’m here for it like mad!”
Meanwhile, Instagram commenters echoed the enthusiasm, with #omotoye.modupeoluwa stating, “Lion no dey born goat,” and @_wfromeo adding, “Nothing wey anybody fit tell me. Una don die for this industry. The voice is fire.”
Tife’s confident debut hint promises exciting new talent emerging from one of Afrobeat’s biggest musical families.
