Nigerian Superstar Wizkid Features on Gunna’s New Album The Last Wun
Nigerian music icon Ayodeji “Wizkid” Balogun has once again made waves on the global stage, this time appearing as a featured artist on American rapper Gunna’s newly released 25-track album, The Last Wun.
The album, released on August 8, 2025, marks Gunna’s sixth studio project and his final release under YSL Records and 300 Entertainment. Alongside Wizkid, the star-studded guest list includes Offset, Burna Boy, Asake, and Nechie, delivering a fusion of melodic trap, Afrobeats, rap, and R&B.
Fan Reactions: Praise, Criticism, and Everything In-Between
Social Media Praise for Wizkid’s Feature
Wizkid’s verse has drawn admiration from fans across the globe. On X (formerly Twitter), user @GucciStarboi wrote:
“Wizkid is no longer a normal human, he’s now a god!!! Jesus, see music.”
Another fan, @BigMallyX, credited Wizkid for broadening their music taste over the years:
“Wizkid made me listen to H.E.R., Ella Mai, Damian Marley, Don Toliver… Tonight he’s shaping my type of music again to trap with his collab on Gunna’s album #TheLastWun. This is why he remains the Most Versatile, Successful & Greatest African/Afrobeats artist.”
Critical Voices
Not everyone was impressed. On Reddit, user spaghetti-policy_ ranked Wizkid as the “worst feature” on the album, while @abena_sarfowah posted on X:
“Gunna has just made the worst decision putting Wizkid on that Album!”
Others poked fun at Wizkid’s signature style. User @boi_oroma joked:
“This guy Wizkid no fit sing anything without saying she, baby, omoge, nawao who love help.”
Loyal Fans Defend Wizkid
Wizkid’s dedicated supporters were quick to push back. Instagram user hii__lexy declared:
“Wizkid is a ‘Failed Glory,’ Wizkid is ‘Flop,’ but everyone keeps seeking Wizkid’s verse! Can your fav relate?? NO. WIZKID TODAY, Wizkid tomorrow, Wizkid Ayodeji Balogun Forever.”
Meanwhile, @kviktoh called his track “the best song on the album.”
Industry Impact and Chart Prospects
While chart data for The Last Wun is not yet available, Gunna’s track record suggests strong performance. His previous albums — Wunna and DS4Ever — debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, while A Gift & A Curse and One of Wun peaked at No. 3 and No. 2 respectively.
With Wizkid’s massive international fanbase in Africa, the UK, and the Caribbean, industry watchers expect the collaboration to boost streaming numbers and widen the album’s global reach.
Conclusion
Whether celebrated as a genre-blending genius or criticised for his style, Wizkid’s presence on The Last Wun has undeniably placed him at the heart of the album’s global conversation.
