In a recent tweet, Wizkid referred to Don Jazzy as an “influencer.”. This has set the internet on fire, as everyone is tackling Wizkid for throwing jabs at unarguably the biggest person in the music industry today. They called him the “Jay Z of Afrobeat.”
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Don Jazzy isn’t just called Don Baba for nothing. He has made so many stars, celebrities, and artists who are big in the music industry today. He currently still has some really good artists signed to his label who are doing so much for Afrobeat globally.
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Wizkid, on the other hand, is arguably the biggest artist in Nigeria today. He is often regarded as one of the top three artists, along with Davido and Burnaboy. He has done well for himself and has built a reputation that makes his music known worldwide.
In this article, we will compare the wealth of both Don Jazzy and Wizkid to determine who is richer.
About Don Jazzy
Michael Collins Ajereh, also known as Don Jazzy, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and music producer. He was born on November 26, 1982. He is the CEO of Mavin Records, which he started in 2012. Before that, he and D’Banj created Mo’ Hits Records in 2004, producing albums like “No Long Thing” and “Rundown/Funk You Up.” He helped produce D’Banj’s “The Entertainer” and Wande Coal’s “Mushin 2 MoHits,” which was praised as one of Nigeria’s best albums. Don Jazzy has also worked with Kanye West’s GOOD Music from 2011 to 2015.
He teamed up with Kanye West’s Very Good Beatz in 2011, contributing to songs like Lift Off with Beyoncé. In 2012, he and D’Banj split, and Don Jazzy started Mavin Records and signed artists like Tiwa Savage, D’prince, Koredee Bello, and Reekado Banks, who eventually left the record label, all on good terms. Don Jazzy currently has artists like Rema, Ayra Starr, Crayon, and Magixx, among others, signed to his record label.
Don Jazzy’s Net Worth
Don Jazzy has made so much money by being active in the music industry. He has signed so many artists that have made waves in the Nigerian music industry, afrobeat, and globally. His current net worth is estimated to be around $55 Million.
Don Jazzy’s collection of cars
- Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Don Jazzy has a Bentley Continental Flying Spur. This car is a high-end sedan that provides a special mix of thrilling performance and superb craftsmanship. Don Jazzy got this car for about 25 Million naira.
- 2016 Cadillac Escalade
The 2016 Cadillac Escalade is powered by a 6.2-litre V8 engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission that produces 420 horsepower. It comes standard with rear-wheel drive and an adaptive suspension. This car is a luxury car, and it’s one of Don Jazzy’s whips.
- Toyota Prado
Mavin Records boss also has a Toyota Prado SUV. This car is powered by a 2.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder. Don Jazzy’s Prado is worth ₦12 million.
- Range Rover Sports
Don Jazzy is also a proud owner of the Range Rover Sports. The Range Rover Sport is the smaller, more affordable version of Land Rover’s flagship Range Rover SUV.
- Porsche 911 Carrera
Don Jazzy got this car for about 70 million naira. This car is a super sports car with a very luxurious interior.
- Lexus LX570
Don Jazzy’s Lexus LX570 is a full-size luxury SUV that is the third generation of the LX range of SUVs. It is available as a two-row SUV with seating for five or a three-row that can carry eight passengers. The car is powered by a V8 5.7-litre direct injection engine that delivers 362 horsepower. Don Jazzy’s Lexus LX570 is said to be worth ₦20 million.
About Wizkid
Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He was born on July 16, 1990, in the Ojuelegba area of Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria. He started making music when he was 11 and later formed a group called the Glorious Five with some friends from church. In 2009, he signed a record deal with Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E.), which was owned by Banky W. He became really famous after releasing his first single, “Holla at Your Boy,” from his first album, Superstar, in 2011. In September 2014, Wizkid dropped his second studio album, named Ayo. In 2016, he ended his contract with E.M.E. Wizkid and gained global fame with his collaboration with Drake on the hit “One Dance,” topping charts in many countries and even earning him a spot in the Guinness World Records. He then signed a deal with RCA Records and released his third album, Sounds from the Other Side, in 2017, featuring hits like “Come Closer” with Drake. In 2018, he appeared on Normani and Calvin Harris’s “Checklist,” and the next year, he was on Beyoncé’s song “Brown Skin Girl,” winning a Grammy. In October 2020, Wizkid released his fourth album, Made in Lagos, which topped the charts and included the hit “Essence” featuring Tems, the first Nigerian song on the Billboard Hot 100. His fifth album, More Love, Less Ego, came out on November 11, 2022. Wizkid is known as one of the top three artists in Nigeria today, and his accomplishments say he is.
Wizkid’s Net Worth
As of 2024, Wizkid has an estimated net worth of Wizkid. He got this money from his music career and other ventures. He is a brand ambassador to many Nigerian and International brands. He has signed some endorsement deals for Telecommunication companies like MTN and Glo networks. He is also a brand ambassador for Pepsi. In 2019, he also became a brand ambassador for one of Africa’s finest banks, the United Bank of Africa. He also has endorsement deals with international brands like Sony, Ciroc, Nike, Dolce and Gabanna.
Wizkid’s collection of cars
- 2023 Rolls-Royce Cullinan
Wizkid has three Rolls-Royce Cullinan, but the most expensive of them is this 2023 Rolls-Royce Cullinan. This car cost him about 1.3 billion naira. The Rolls-Royce Cullinan has a powerful V12 engine, which means that the fuel economy is low; it uses a lot of fuel. It is a luxurious car that is super comfortable. It has a fancy air suspension that receives information from a road-scanning camera and automatically adjusts the vehicle’s height to smooth out bumps. The comfort is top-notch, better than most luxury cars, and it is only common among rich people in Nigeria. And Wizkid is super rich.
- 2022 Ferrari SF90
Wizkid bought himself this 2022 Ferrari SF90 as a Christmas gift. This car is said to be worth about 1.2 billion naira. But the CEO of Polanco Exotic, known as the Razz Guy, the person who shipped the car down for Wizkid, mentioned it cost him about 200 million naira to clear the car at the Nigerian port. You can imagine how much Wizkid eventually spent on this car. Videos of him receiving the car went viral on social media. Just before the car went to the Wizkid, a popular car influence, Ola of Lagos, reviewed the car, mentioning that there are only five of these cars in the whole of Africa. That is a huge feat for Wizkid.
- 2022 Black Badge Rolls Royce Cullinan
Wizkid extended his car collection by buying this 2022 Rolls-Royce Cullinan, another one of the three Cullinans owned by Wizkid. The news was broken by Mayfair, the automobile salesman, who also complimented him on the acquisition of the new vehicle: “Grammy Award winner Wizkid just purchased a brand-new 2022 Black Badge Rolls Royce Cullinan with millions of Naira to show off his success.” This car has a twin-turbo 6.7-litre V-12 that produces 563 horsepower. The car is super quiet, but the interior screams luxury. This car was said to have cost him about 600 million naira.
- 2021 Rolls-Royce Cullinan
Popsi, as he fondly calls himself and his fans also call him, also has a 2021 Rolls-Royce Cullinan, the third Cullinan in Wizkid’s garage. This Cullinan is a British luxury car brand known for its exquisite design, exceptional performance, and luxurious features, making it a popular choice among the world’s elite, including celebrities and business moguls. Wizkid spent about 438 million naira on this car.
- 2019 Lamborghini Aventador
The 2019 Lamborghini Aventador is definitely one of the most expensive cars in Wizkid’s garage. The car cost him about 620 million naira to purchase. The Aventador has a 6.5-litre V12 engine. The vehicle produces a swooping 729 horsepower with 507 at 5500 rpm torque. It’s an all-wheel-drive type of car and delivers drivers the most comfort and luxury. Of course, owning the Lamborghini is not just for show-off. It’s also a huge financial investment for all Lamborghini owners. Let’s say Wizkid made a good investment with this car.
- Lamborghini Urus
This car is getting more popular amongst different celebrities now, but Wizkid was one of the few celebrities to first purchase it. He bought this specific car in November 2018 for $280,000, which was about ₦350,000,000 at that time. After buying it, he shared a video of himself trying out the car on his Instagram page. Right now, this car is worth more than that.
- Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600
There’s a reason he calls himself BigWiz! Amongst Wizkid’s collection is the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600. This car is a beast on the road. The Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 is Mercedes’s entry into the highly luxurious car market, where British brands Rolls-Royce and Bentley currently dominate. Wizkid got this car for about 170 million naira.
- Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG
Wizkid got this car for about 70 million naira. This Gwagon is the third car that Wizkid has ever bought. This car is equipped with a 4.0-liter V8 biturbo engine with 430 kW (585 hp) and 850 Nm of torque. It is a luxurious car with a great interior. The G63 is quite famous among celebrities in Nigeria. Who doesn’t want a Gwagon?
- Mercedes Benz V Class 2019
The Mercedes-Benz V Class 2019 cost Wizkid about 78 million naira. It is one of the cars spotted in the Wizkid garage. The Mercedes-Benz V class is a feel-good camper van.
- Porsche Panamera
Another car that Wizkid owns is the Porsche Panamera which he bought for over ₦60 million back in the day. This car is also very popular among celebrities.
- Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible
The Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible is one of the most sophisticated cars Wizkid has. He got this car for about 50 million naira.
He also owns
- -2017 Range Rover Autobiography – ₦40 Million
- -BMW X6 Crossover – ₦15 Million
- -Hyundai Sonata – ₦6 Million
Who is Richer? Don Jazzy or Wizkid
There is no doubt Don Jazzy is a kingmaker, and he has made a lot of famous and prominent musicians and celebrities who are known for their music globally. This shows how much impact he has in the music industry and in the Nigerian entertainment industry at large. This influence has given him an estimated net worth of about $55 million, which is a lot.
However, Wizkid is richer. Wizkid’s music has gone worldwide, and he has so many endorsement deals, giving him an estimated net worth of about $70 million. The difference might not be so much, but still, Wizkid is richer than Don Jazzy.
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