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Billboard Launches “Top 50 Afrobeats Songs of All Time” — First 10 Tracks Revealed

In a landmark move to honor the genre’s global evolution, Billboard has unveiled the first installment of its highly anticipated list: The 50 Greatest Afrobeats Songs of All Time. The project, announced on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, aims to chronicle the genre's rich history and far-reaching cultural influence by highlighting staff-curated picks, 10 songs at a time, until the number one track is revealed. The weekly countdown promises to be […]

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Ruger & BNXN’s “RnB” Surpasses 150M Spotify Streams

Nigerian music sensations Ruger and BNXN (formerly Buju) joint project RnB crosses a monumental 150 million streams on Spotify. What began as a surprising reconciliation between two artists once caught in a public feud has blossomed into one of the most successful joint projects in Nigerian music history. This new milestone builds on the duo’s earlier success when the EP became the first Nigerian project of 2024 to hit 100 million […]

todayJuly 23, 2025 8

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Tems Receives Spotify Plaque as “Wait For U” Surpasses 1 Billion Streams

Internationally celebrated Nigerian singer-songwriter Tems has reached a monumental new peak in her career. Her global smash hit “Wait For U”, a collaboration with American rap titans Future and Drake has officially crossed the 1 billion streams mark on Spotify, earning Tems a special commemorative plaque from the streaming giant. This achievement not only cements her place as one of Africa’s most successful music exports but also marks a defining […]

todayJuly 23, 2025 8

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Kizz Daniel’s Maverick Surpasses 350M Spotify Streams

In yet another career-defining moment, Nigerian Afrobeats star Kizz Daniel has achieved a new streaming milestone as his acclaimed project Maverick surpasses 350 million streams on Spotify, marking the first time any of his projects has crossed this threshold on the platform. Released in July 2023, Maverick is a bold, genre-blending statement from Kizz Daniel. The project not only showcases his signature smooth vocals and infectious melodies but also affirms […]

todayJuly 23, 2025 5

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Rema, Davido & Shallipopi Dominate Spotify’s Global Impact List: Nigeria’s Top Exported Songs of H1 2025

Spotify has revealed its Nigeria Global Impact List for the first half of 2025, spotlighting the 30 Nigerian songs that had the greatest global reach. Leading the charge: Rema’s “Baby (Is It a Crime)”, topping the list as Nigeria’s most exported song of the year so far, followed closely by Shallipopi’s “Laho” and Davido & Omah Lay’s “With You” The Global Impact list underscores how partnerships fuel global traction—22 of 30 tracks are […]

todayJuly 22, 2025 17

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Burna Boy Reveals He Recorded His First Song at Just 13

At just 13 years old, Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy recorded his very first song using a tape recorder, a radio, and beats ripped from video games like NBA Street Volume II and Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. In a revealing chat with Apple Music’s Ebro Darden, he shared how this humble DIY setup laid the early foundation for his music career. While the teenage Burna Boy was crafting rudimentary tracks […]

todayJuly 21, 2025 12

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How Bose Ogulu Masters Being Burna Boy’s Mum and Manager

Bose Ogulu, famously known as “Mama Burna,” continues to be a central force behind the global rise of Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy not just as his manager, but also as his mother. In a recent interview, Ogulu opened up about the delicate balance between nurturing her son and managing his skyrocketing career, offering a rare glimpse into the behind-the-scenes reality of one of Africa’s most influential music relationships. Ogulu candidly […]

todayJuly 21, 2025 12

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Guchi Unveils Emotion-Fuelled 7‑Track EP “No Skips, Just Feelings” – Out July 25!

Nigerian Afropop sensation Guchi is set to elevate your emotions on July 25, 2025, with her eagerly anticipated EP, “No Skips, Just Feelings,” a seven-track journey she promises will deliver “Zero Skips.” The announcement, shared via Instagram featured striking cover art featuring Guchi’s sleek purple hair against a dreamy gradient backdrop. The EP reflects Guchi’s signature blend of heartfelt storytelling, infectious Afropop melodies, dancehall flair, and highlife rhythms. Tracks are […]

todayJuly 18, 2025 14

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Kunmie Reignites “Arike” with Powerhouse Collab Featuring Simi & Mabel

Nigeria’s fast-rising singer-songwriter Kunmie has just dropped an electrifying remix of his viral hit “Arike,” enlisting the ultra-talented Simi and UK sensation Mabel to elevate the track into a global love anthem. The original, which stormed TikTok and reached No. 2 on Spotify’s Global Viral Chart, now gets a melodic makeover that blends Lagos soul and London’s cool elegance. Simi opens the remix with her signature warm-yet-firm delivery, weaving airy ad-libs […]

todayJuly 18, 2025 11

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