14-year-old Champz, son of superstar Wizkid, reveals the UK rap and Afro-fusion artists who inspired his debut EP, Champion’s Arrival, which hit No.1 on Apple Music Nigeria within hours
Wizkid’s Son Champz Reveals UK Rap Inspirations Behind Record-Breaking Debut EP
Champz, the 14-year-old son of global Afrobeats icon Wizkid, has opened up about the creative forces shaping his buzzing debut project, Champion’s Arrival.
In a chat with Glitch Africa, the rising star revealed that his sound is heavily influenced by some of the UK’s most prominent rap and Afro-fusion acts, including J Hus, Asko, Nines, and Clavish.
The young rapper’s style blends Afro-swing rhythms with UK drill elements, delivering gritty flows and street-inspired storytelling — a fusion that’s quickly resonating with young listeners.
Since its release, Champion’s Arrival has shattered expectations, racing to Number One on Apple Music Nigeria’s Top Albums chart within five hours. The project also raked in over one million streams in just 24 hours, cementing Champz as one of Nigeria’s most promising new voices.
With his breakout moment gathering global attention, Champz appears ready to carve his own space in the industry — inspired by the streets, guided by UK rap, and powered by the hunger to prove himself beyond the Wizkid legacy. Read More
