Wizkid’s Made In Lagos (MIL) has undeniably left an indelible mark on the Afrobeats genre. Its profound influence, celebrated both domestically and internationally, has earned it a series of groundbreaking milestones.
Here are 12 significant achievements that make Made In Lagos one of the most iconic Nigerian albums ever.
- First African Album on US Spotify Global Albums Chart
Made In Lagos became the first African album to debut on the US Spotify Global Albums Chart, a milestone that highlighted its far-reaching appeal. - Record on Billboard World Album Chart
As the first Nigerian album to top the Billboard World Album Chart for multiple weeks, Made In Lagos held this spot for three weeks, setting an unprecedented record. - Longest-Charting Nigerian Album on Billboard World Album Charts
Spending an impressive 86 weeks on the Billboard World Album Charts, Made In Lagos broke the previous record held by Fela’s The Black President, which spent 45 weeks. - Consecutive Weeks at Billboard Summit
Made In Lagos became the first Nigerian album to remain at the top of the Billboard World Album Charts for seven consecutive weeks. - Grammy Nominations
Made In Lagos received a Grammy nomination in the World Album Category at the 2022 Grammy Awards, while “Essence” earned a Grammy nod for Best Global Song, adding a prestigious recognition to the album’s accolades. - Record-Breaking Billboard 200 Peak
The album reached number 28 on the Billboard 200, marking a record-high ranking for any Nigerian project on the chart at the time. - First African Album Certified Gold in the US
Made In Lagos became the first African album to earn Gold certification in the United States, a testament to its immense popularity. - First Platinum Afrobeats Song
“Essence,” the album’s breakout single, became the first Afrobeats song to receive a platinum plaque in the United States, elevating the genre’s visibility. - BET Award for Collaboration of the Year
At the 2022 BET Awards, “Essence” won Collaboration of the Year, marking the first time an Afrobeats song won a major category in BET history. - Highest-Charting Afrobeats Song on Billboard Hot 100
The “Essence” remix peaked at number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100, securing the highest chart position for an Afrobeats song on the chart. - 4x RIAA Platinum for “Essence”
With 4X RIAA platinum certification, “Essence” ranks as the third most certified song in the US by a Nigerian artist, a feat that underscores its enduring appeal. - Most-Streamed Nigerian Album on Apple Music
On Apple Music, Made In Lagos stands as the most-streamed Nigerian album of all time, proving its undeniable impact and global resonance.
With these achievements, Wizkid’s Made In Lagos has not only set new records but also paved the way for African music on the global stage, making it a monumental success in the world of Afrobeats.
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