New York witnessed a special Afrobeats moment when Wizkid surprised the crowd and joined Asake to perform their track “MMS” during the Red Bull Symphonic show. The night mixed orchestral arrangements with street energy and gave the audience a performance they won’t forget.
What happened at Asake’s Red Bull Symphonic concert in New York?
Midway through Asake’s Red Bull Symphonic show — which pairs a modern performer with a live orchestra — Wizkid walked on stage unannounced. Together they performed MMS backed by strings, brass, and live percussion. Fans recorded the moment and posted clips across social feeds within minutes.
Why was Wizkid’s surprise appearance a big deal?
Fans rarely get surprise appearances from major stars like Wizkid. His joining Asake felt like a public show of support and boosted the concert’s profile internationally. Seeing two top Nigerian artists perform together on a New York stage made headlines and reminded people how strong Afrobeats is worldwide.
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What does the song “MMS” mean?
MMS stands for Money Makes Sense. The song celebrates hustle and success while maintaining a connection to roots. Hearing it performed in New York — with orchestral backing and a guest verse from Wizkid — added weight to its message.
How did fans react to the performance?
Reaction was immediate and loud. Clips flooded X, Instagram, and TikTok. Comments praised the chemistry between Wizkid and Asake and called the moment one of the year’s best Afrobeats highlights. Many fans used the clips to celebrate Nigerian music reaching big stages.
What makes Red Bull Symphonic different from regular concerts?
Red Bull Symphonic pairs popular artists with orchestras, reworking songs with live classical instruments. For an artist like Asake, hearing his hits with strings and horns created a fresh listening experience and showed his songs can stretch beyond club and radio formats.
