Wizkid Ahead of Davido, Burna Boy in Fresh Prosperity Analysis

A recent comparative analysis of Nigeria’s three most prominent music artists, Burna Boy, Davido, and Wizkid, has emerged, indicating that Wizkid has surpassed both Davido and Burna Boy in various metrics.

For clarification, it’s important to note that the data and figures utilized in this analysis are derived from publicly accessible sources and may not be completely precise.

In terms of streaming statistics, concert revenue, and endorsement agreements, Wizkid appears to have a slight advantage over Davido and Burna Boy. However, Davido’s album sales and social media presence are noteworthy.

Mr. Burna Boy’s Grammy Award victory and the critical acclaim his albums have received indicate a substantial artistic reputation. Ultimately, determining which celebrity holds greater prominence is subjective and dependent on individual criteria for success.

Here’s a comprehensive comparative analysis of Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy’s numbers:

Streaming Numbers:

Davido: 4.5 billion streams on Spotify, 2.5 billion views on YouTube

Wizkid: 6.5 billion streams on Spotify, 3.5 billion views on YouTube

Burna Boy: 2.5 billion streams on Spotify, 1.5 billion views on YouTube

Concert Revenue:

Davido: Sold out shows at O2 Arena (London), Accor Arena (Paris), and Barclays Center (New York) with average ticket prices ranging from $50-$100

Wizkid: Sold out shows at O2 Arena (London), Rogers Arena (Vancouver), and Brooklyn Steel (New York) with average ticket prices ranging from $60-$120

Burna Boy: Sold out shows at O2 Academy (London), Fillmore (Miami), and Terminal 5 (New York) with average ticket prices ranging from $30-$70

Earnings from Endorsement Deals:

Davido: Estimated $1 million – $2 million per deal (MTN, Guinness, Pepsi)

Wizkid: Estimated $2 million – $3 million per deal (Pepsi, Nike, Cîroc)

Burna Boy: Estimated $500,000 – $1 million per deal (Star Lager, Glo, Pepsi)

Album Sales:

Davido: “A Better Time” (2020) – 100,000+ units sold in the US, certified gold by RIAA

Wizkid: “Made in Lagos” (2020) – 200,000+ units sold in the US, certified platinum by RIAA

Burna Boy: “Twice As Tall” (2020) – 50,000+ units sold in the US, certified silver by RIAA

Awards and Recognition:

Davido: 2 BET Awards, 2 MTV Africa Music Awards, 1 MOBO Award

Wizkid: 1 Grammy Award, 3 BET Awards, 4 MTV Africa Music Awards

Burna Boy: 1 Grammy Award, 2 BET Awards, 3 MTV Africa Music Awards

Social Media:

Davido: 20 million followers on Instagram, 5 million on Twitter

Wizkid: 25 million followers on Instagram, 6 million on Twitter

Burna Boy: 10 million followers on Instagram, 2 million on Twitter

Net Worth:

Davido: Estimated $20 million – $30 million

Wizkid: Estimated $30 million – $40 million

Burna Boy: Estimated $10 million – $20 million.

June 30, 2024