A Symbol of Hope: Wizkid’s Story Arrives on Music Box Season 2
If you live in Nigeria, you probably understand why people’s faces light up a little when Wizkid’s name comes up. Maybe it’s pride, or perhaps it’s that familiar memory of hearing one of his early songs drifting out of a shop speaker on a busy street. Whatever the reason, his journey carries weight here, and now it is heading to a global stage in a fresh and powerful way.

Wizkid shares his inspiring journey from Surulere to global stages in the new HBO Max documentary.
His new documentary, Wizkid: Long Live Lagos, will premiere on December 11 on HBO Max. The project comes from executive producer Bill Simmons, who has a knack for turning music stories into emotional deep dives. In addition, director Karam Gill brings a clear, grounded eye to Wizkid’s world, capturing the artist in his most honest moments. Together, they trace his rise from the streets that shaped him to the arenas that helped spread his sound across continents.
At the heart of the film is hope. Viewers see who Wizkid was before the fame, who he is today, and why young Nigerians see him as proof that a dream from Surulere can reach the world. Industry experts highlight how he pushed Afrobeats into new territory, while Wizkid reflects on the culture that raised him and the responsibility he feels toward Lagos.
The timing feels perfect, especially as Nigeria continues to look for stories that spark belief. Wizkid: Long Live Lagos arrives to do exactly that.
Mark December 11. Turn it on and let the music move you.