Nigerian rising star Champz (Boluwatife Balogun), the 14-year-old son of global superstar Wizkid, has revealed the core musical inspirations shaping his breakthrough project, offering a clear picture of the sound behind his fast-rising career.
Speaking in a new interview with Glitch Africa, Champz explained that his debut EP, Champion’s Arrival, draws heavily from a blend of UK Rap and Afro-fusion influences.
The UK Rap Influence
According to the young rapper, four specific UK artists played a central role in guiding his approach to rhythm, delivery, and storytelling on the project:
- J Hus
- Asko
- Nines
- Clavish
“These are the main inspirations for this EP,” Champz said, noting that their unique styles helped guide his sound.
Champz’s sound leans firmly into Afro-swing and UK drill, genres defined by gritty flows, minimalist production, and street-rooted narratives. By citing some of the UK’s most distinctive rap voices, Champz makes it clear that he is forging a path separate from his father’s Afrobeats legacy, focusing instead on a global rap-fusion identity.
Record-Breaking Success
The revelation follows the explosive reception of Champion’s Arrival, which achieved immediate commercial success:
- It made history by reaching Number 1 on the Apple Music Nigeria Top Albums chart within five hours of release.
- The EP also charted in multiple countries and amassed over a million streams in its first 24 hours.
With a growing fan base, a record-breaking debut, and a clear sense of his artistic identity, Champz is positioning himself as one of the most promising young voices shaping the next wave of African and UK-influenced rap.
Source: Africa Publicity
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