Drake wrapped up his three-night Wireless Festival takeover on July 13 with a finale that shifted focus from surprise appearances to a celebration of global Black music. Though lighter on guests than the previous two nights, the performance leaned into dancehall and Afrobeats, featuring standout moments from Vybz Kartel, Burna Boy, Spice, Popcaan and a surprise appearance by Nigerian star Rema.

Earlier in the weekend, Drake had packed the stage with high-profile guests including Lauryn Hill, 21 Savage, Central Cee, Latto, Skepta, Sexyy Red and Bryson Tiller. But on Sunday, with a strict curfew in place, he turned from headliner to curator, allowing the music and his guests to take the lead.

Vybz Kartel, who appeared via pre-recorded visuals due to his imprisonment, opened the night’s guest segment with booming vocals that sparked an immediate crowd reaction. The energy continued with Spice and Popcaan before Burna Boy entered to a hero’s welcome. His set, staged in a Western-style “Burna’s Saloon,” was short but packed, with hits like “City Boys,” “Ye” and “Last Last” delivered with confidence and ease.

Just when it looked like they were about to pull the plug, Drake had one last move. Rema sprinted out for a quick run-through of his hits, including the Sade-sampling “Baby (Is It a Crime)” and, of course, “Calm Down.” Though brief, the set marked Rema’s Wireless debut and proved to be a highlight of the night.

Drake, rarely at the centre of the final performance, used the platform to bridge scenes and sounds. Despite curfew limits, the night closed on a high, with cross-continental energy radiating through Finsbury Park.