- Champz says he started making beats and writing music from a young age.
- Wizkid’s son insists he feels no pressure to match his father’s global success.
- He revealed music came naturally to him through family and his environment.
- Champz continues teasing new projects as he builds his fan base online.
Wizkid’s first son, Boluwatife Balogun known publicly as Champz has spoken openly about his passion for music and his plans to build a name for himself independent of his father’s global achievements.
During a fresh interview with Glitch Africa, the 14-year-old talked about how music found him early in life through the people around him.
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“My dad does music, I have friends that make music and a cousin that plays piano. I have been making beats and writing songs since I was young,” he explained.
Champz said his growth has been natural, molded by exposure, curiosity and talent rather than expectations. Even though he shares blood with one of the continent’s most successful artistes, he made it clear that he isn’t weighed down by comparisons.
“There’s no pressure. I’m young. I mean, I’m 14. I still have a long way to go. I’ve done a lot for my age already. No pressure,” he said confidently during the interview.
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Away from the spotlight of Wizkid’s legendary status, the teenage rapper has been quietly sharpening his craft, releasing short clips, teasing unreleased songs, and slowly winning attention from young fans. His moves suggest he is ready to take bigger steps, but on his own timeline, under his own identity, and fueled by his own ambition.
With his recent media appearances, Champz seems more intentional than ever about his music journey. The industry may know him as “Wizkid’s son” for now but he appears focused on a future where his name stands on its own.
