Nigerian music icon, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has made history by becoming the first African artist to surpass 8 billion streams on Spotify. This remarkable achievement includes both his lead tracks and his featured collaborations, solidifying his place as one of the most influential figures in global music.
One of the key contributors to Wizkid’s impressive streaming numbers is his collaboration with Canadian superstar Drake on the smash hit ‘One Dance.’ The track has accumulated over 2 billion streams, making it his most-streamed song on the platform. In addition to its streaming success, ‘One Dance’ holds a Guinness World Record as the first single to reach 1 billion streams on Spotify, further cementing its place in music history.
Wizkid’s album ‘Made In Lagos’ also played a major role in his streaming success. The deluxe edition of the album has amassed nearly a billion streams on the platform, making it his most-streamed album to date. ‘Made In Lagos’ has received critical acclaim and is widely regarded as one of the standout Afrobeats albums in recent years.
The 8 billion streams mark a significant milestone in Wizkid’s career, reflecting his growing global influence and the increasing popularity of Afrobeats worldwide. His ability to consistently release hit tracks and albums has contributed to his success, making him a major figure in the international music scene.
Meanwhile, Wizkid’s Nigerian counterpart Burna Boy has also achieved significant success on Spotify, reaching 7.2 billion streams. Burna Boy’s achievement places him as the second most-streamed African artist on the platform, further highlighting the global rise of Afrobeats. In addition, Burna Boy has been recognized as the most-followed Afrobeats artist on Spotify, a testament to his widespread popularity.
