Fireboy DML Reveals He Wrote Wizkid Collaboration ‘Immediately’

Nigerian recording artist Fireboy DML has disclosed details regarding his early songwriting contributions to major Afrobeats releases, confirming that he wrote the 2018 single “Immediately” by producer Mystro featuring Wizkid.

Speaking during a live interactive Twitch stream, the YBNL performer reflected on his creative journey before achieving commercial prominence. The collaboration featuring Grammy Award-winning star Wizkid debuted shortly before Fireboy attained widespread recognition with his own breakthrough record, “Jealous.”

Behind-the-Scenes Songwriting Contributions

During the session, Fireboy explained that Wizkid was not the only established Nigerian pop figure for whom he had written material. He disclosed that he also authored songs for Tiwa Savage, although he did not name the specific titles associated with those sessions.

The admission offers insight into Fireboy’s formative years in the recording industry, highlighting how providing collaborative writing and conceptual work for major acts often precedes high-profile solo debuts.

For the African music business, such disclosures spotlight the collaborative dynamics and songwriting structures driving the continent’s pop output. As the industry matures, visibility around creative credits continues to reinforce the importance of formalized publishing rights, songwriting recognition, and career pathways for emerging talent.

Source: NotJustOk