Spotify Unveils Ghana’s First Global Impact List 

Spotify has unveiled its first Global Impact List in Ghana, highlighting the top 30 tracks from the country with the most significant global impact over the first half of 2024. This list spotlights the Ghanaian songs that garnered the highest number of listens from outside Ghana between January 1 and June 30, 2024.

The list also underscores the prevalence of international and national collaborations, with some tracks featuring collaborations from Nigerian talents like Tiwa Savage, Odumodublvk and Shallipopi.

King Promise emerged as a dominant figure on the list, showcasing his versatility and global reach with several tracks featured. His hit single “Paris” topped the list as Ghana’s number-one international favourite, enchanting listeners with its melody and lyrics.

King Promise’s other collaborations, including “Favourite Story” with Olivetheboy and Sarkodie and “Oh My Days” with Haile and Smallgod, further stamped his feet as an icon in the industry. His collaboration with Shallipopi on “Continental” also stressed the importance of collaborations, especially with fellow African artists.

The list also underscored the emergence of new talents, with Olivetheboy’s “Asylum” and Lasmid’s “Puul” marking the rise of fresh voices on the global stage.

Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, remarked on the achievement: “The widespread popularity of these tracks showcases the exceptional talent and creativity of Ghanaian artists. At Spotify, we are proud to support and celebrate this remarkable journey and look forward to witnessing the ongoing global impact of Ghanaian music.”

The following is a list of the top 30 Ghanaian songs with the highest streaming numbers globally:

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