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Billboard continues its global celebration of Afrobeats, dropping ten more songs in its staff-curated 50 Greatest Afrobeats Songs Ever countdown. After releasing positions #50–31, this week’s reveal covers #30 through #21, Entries #30 to #21 #30. Burna Boy & Zlatan — Killin Dem #29. Amaarae & Moliy — Sad Girlz Luv Money #28. Fireboy DML — Peru #27. Wande Coal & DJ Tunez — Iskaba #26. Mr Eazi & Ifya […]
Billboard has unveiled the next ten entries (#40–31) in its eagerly anticipated “Top 50 Afrobeats Songs of All Time” list. This week’s highlights celebrate a dynamic mix of breakthrough hits, enduring classics, and genre-defining Anthems. Here is entries 50–41 #40. Davido – “UNAVAILABLE” (Feat. Musa Keys) #39. Skales – “Shake Body” #38. Lojay & Sarz – “Monalisa” #37. Oxlade – “KU LO SA” #36. Maleek Berry – “Kontrol” #35. Tekno […]
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 […]
Nigerian music superstar Davido has shared insights into the transformative journey of Afrobeats, highlighting a significant shift from regional success to global ambition among artists. In a recent interview, he discussed how earlier generations of Afrobeats artists were content with regional acclaim, whereas today's artists are driven by a desire for worldwide recognition. Reflecting on the industry's evolution, Davido noted that the early days of Afrobeats were marked by a […]
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Orezi has opened up about his hiatus from the music scene, attributing it to a decline in personal ambition and comfort with his success. In a candid interview on Hip TV’s Trending, the "Shoki" hitmaker admitted that his complacency led to a decrease in his drive, which in turn affected his consistency and growth in the industry. He emphasized that competition fuels consistency, citing Afrobeats heavyweight Davido […]
Afrobeats has become a global music sensation, and while many male artists have garnered attention, women in Afrobeats have been a driving force, creating timeless music that’s captured hearts worldwide. This Women's Month, we celebrate some of the biggest songs by women in Afrobeats, recognizing their contributions to the genre and their influence on music worldwide. 1. Tiwa Savage – “All Over” Tiwa Savage is often regarded as the queen […]
Seven years after she quit that job as a digital marketer, Tems won her second Grammy for the 2025 Best African Music Performance award. In a relatively short span of her career, she has become one of the most influential figures in the global music scene, propelling Afrobeats into international acclaim. But how did Tems go from working in marketing to winning the prestigious Grammy Award? Early Life and Career […]
The 2025 Grammy Awards saw a powerful Afrobeat presence, with some of the genre’s biggest stars gracing the red carpet in show-stopping fashion. From Tems' ethereal elegance to Yemi Alade's regal look, the night was a testament to the global rise of Afrobeat and its influence in shaping the music industry's cultural landscape. Let’s take a closer look at the fashion choices that had everyone talking at this year's prestigious […]
Also, Oxlade shared the story of how he collaborated with Wande Coal on his song, Asunasa - Hold Your Waist. He recounted how, after recording the song in Ghana, he felt something was missing, and a conversation with Wande Coal led to the legendary singer's feature on the track. "That's the fastest song I made on the album. I made it in Ghana, and when I was thinking of the song I felt like […]
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