When it comes to international recognition, both Burna Boy and Wizkid have made significant waves. However, if we're looking at numbers, Wizkid takes the lead. He's the first African artist to exceed 8 billion streams on Spotify, with hits like "One Dance" with Drake, and "Essence" featuring Tems.¹

In terms of awards, Burna Boy has won the Best International Act category at the BET Awards in 2019 and 2020.² However, Wizkid recently took home the title of Afrobeats Rumble 2024 champion, defeating Burna Boy in the final.³

It's worth noting that both artists have been recognized globally, with Wizkid ranked 11th and Burna Boy's 7.2 billion Spotify streams putting him close behind. Ultimately, the question of who's more prominent internationally is subjective, but the numbers and accolades suggest Wizkid might have a slight edge.
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