Wizkid Makes History as Africa’s Most Streamed Artist on Spotify

Wizkid has become the first African artist to surpass 10 billion streams on Spotify, marking a major milestone for African music on the global stage. The achievement places the Nigerian star among the most streamed artists in the world and reinforces his role in the global rise of Afrobeats.

The figure reflects cumulative streams across Wizkid’s catalogue, including solo releases, features and collaborations. Songs such as Essence, Come Closer and several international collaborations have continued to draw strong listening figures years after their release.

Music industry analysts say the milestone highlights how African artists are no longer limited to regional audiences, with streaming platforms allowing music from the continent to compete at the highest global levels. Wizkid’s consistency over more than a decade has been key to sustaining his streaming dominance.

Fans and fellow artists have flooded social media with tributes, describing the achievement as a win not just for Wizkid but for African music as a whole.

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