- Nigerian Musician Asake’s Private Moments with Wizkid During a Performance in the United States Raises Attention
- The interaction started with a hug on stage and quickly became a hot topic in the Afrobeat community.
- The incident highlights the growing influence and popularity of Afrobeat artists on the international stage.
Nigerian musician Ahmed Olorade, popularly known as Asake, has set the internet abuzz after his private exchange with Grammy-winning artist Wizkid was caught on camera during a joint performance in the United States.
What started as a simple stage hug quickly turned into one of the most talked about moments of the week in the afrobeat scene.
The YBNL star, who has recently faced online criticism, headlined a Red Bull Symphony Orchestra concert at the Kings Theater in Brooklyn, New York, on November 8, 2025. This marks a historic moment as Asak becomes the first African artist to lead a classical orchestral series in the United States
However, it was the post-performance interactions that really caught the attention.
Fans erupted when Wizkid unexpectedly appeared on stage during an orchestral version of his hit song ‘MMS’. The “Essence” singer maintained his signature composure and delivered his lyrics to perfection, sending the crowd into a frenzy.
Amid cheers, Asagi hugged Wizkid warmly and whispered: “You are the best.” This heartwarming moment quickly went viral.
Since the video surfaced, social media platforms like X, Instagram and TikTok have been abuzz with fan debate over the exchange.
Watch the video here:
Read some of the comments below:
@funkie_s: “Best live collaboration video. Wizkid has swag sha”
@queen_of_gold_: “I get goosebumps every time I listen to this song🥰🥰🥰. The synergy between the two of them is magical”
midat_queen: “Seeing asake dey look so admired😍😍Celebrity among celebrities chaiiii”
jazminescakesnevents: “The biggest bird is who he says 🙌🙌❤️❤️❤️ Wizzy babanla International, nna Anyi Wizzy oku 🔥🔥🔥 OG before IG 🙌”
@udogadi______emma: “I will stop watching this video anywhere I can’t get tired of it cos omo popsy swag and steeze so much Abi na voice sounds like an angel”
@edensvacation: “30 BG don vex Cutie abi you uploaded the wrong video? But good, Nigeria is changing the truth”
@official_yemmy1: “Only I heard Asak speak at the end of the video and he said you are the best”
@chrisruno150: “Wizkid is so talented, he sings with power and grace, no shouting, just pure talent, this guy is amazing”
@raychillz10: “Asake looks like baba wizzy omo na asake mentor gbagbe. Baddi Dey but Asake leads wise man through this clip”
