According to HipTV, Nigerian superstar Wizkid has officially released a new collaborative single titled “Pongo,” featuring Puerto Rican singer Rauw Alejandro and renowned Jamaican producer Rvssian. The track represents a strategic cross-cultural fusion of Afrobeats and reggaeton, aiming to further solidify Wizkid’s footprint in the Latin music market. The accompanying music video, set in a vintage-style house with high-energy choreography, showcases a seamless blend of Caribbean and African rhythms that highlights the global evolution of the genre.
The collaboration has already sparked significant conversation across digital platforms regarding the expansion of the “Afro-Latin” sound. Rvssian, known for his work with icons like Bad Bunny and Rauw Alejandro, provides a production backdrop that allows Wizkid’s signature smooth vocals to transition into the fast-paced tempo of modern reggaeton. This move follows a series of international plays by Wizkid, who continues to leverage high-profile partnerships to maintain his status as a premier global music export.
In a confirming report, Daily Post Nigeria noted the release, emphasizing that “the track showcases the growing influence of Afrobeats on international music.” Meanwhile, The Nation highlighted the project’s significance in its Saturday entertainment roundup, quoting that “Wizkid continues to shape Afrobeats as a global phenomenon, reinforcing the genre’s international appeal.”
Echotitbits take:
This collaboration is a masterstroke in audience acquisition. By aligning with Rauw Alejandro—a titan in the Spanish-speaking world—Wizkid is effectively bypassing the traditional Western “pop” route to tap directly into the massive Latin American streaming market. “Pongo” isn’t just a song; it’s a bridge. Watch for this track to dominate global summer playlists and potentially trigger a new wave of Afrobeats-Reggaeton projects throughout 2026.
Source: HipTV — https://hiptv.tv/wizkid-rvssian-rauw-alejandro-pongo-afrobeats-reggaeton/ March 21, 2026
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