Fireboy reveals the song he wrote for Wizkid

Behind every hit song lies untold stories of collaboration, and Fireboy DML just pulled back the curtain on one of his most surprising songwriting credits. During a recent Twitch live session, the YBNL superstar dropped a revelation that’s got the Afrobeats community buzzing: he penned “Immediately,” the 2018 track that brought together Mystro and none other than Grammy-winning icon Wizkid.

The disclosure came as Fireboy walked fans through his journey as a songwriter, reflecting on the work he did behind the scenes before claiming his own spotlight. “Immediately” dropped at a pivotal moment—right around the time Fireboy was gearing up for his breakthrough with “Jealous,” the song that would launch him into stardom. It’s a fascinating look at an artist grinding in the shadows before stepping into the light, crafting hits for established names while building his own legacy.

But Wizkid wasn’t the only major Nigerian artist to benefit from Fireboy’s pen game. The singer also revealed that he’s written multiple songs for Afrobeats queen Tiwa Savage, though he kept those specific titles under wraps for now. The revelations paint a fuller picture of Fireboy’s artistry—not just as a performer, but as a skilled songwriter who’s contributed to the Afrobeats movement in ways fans are only now beginning to understand. Since those early days, Fireboy has evolved into one of Nigeria’s most celebrated contemporary voices, releasing acclaimed projects and collaborating with artists across the globe.

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