Tag: Afrobeats

U.S. rapper Rick Ross
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Rick Ross: Africa is leading the global music scene   

Rick Ross says Africa’s dominance in global music reflects years of influence, as Afrobeats expands worldwide and artists like Burna Boy build on Fela Kuti’s legacy.

Timilehin Adejumobi Timilehin Adejumobi
Afrobeats Lagos
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10 African cities where music fuels culture and travel

Music drives culture and tourism across Africa, from Lagos to Johannesburg, blending tradition and modern beats.

Timilehin Adejumobi Timilehin Adejumobi
Davido
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Afrobeats icon Davido hits 2 billion views on YouTube

Davido surpasses 2 billion YouTube views as 5ive climbs global charts and fans stream nonstop.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi
Nigerian artistes
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Top 5 African countries dominating global music chart

Afrobeats, Amapiano, and highlife rhythms are no longer regional sounds—they're global exports reshaping the international music industry.

Oluwatosin Alao Oluwatosin Alao
Burna Boy: Grammy-winning Nigerian icon ready to light up Tribeca Mall in Mauritius
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Burna Boy crosses 3.1 billion YouTube streams, solidifying global icon status

With 5.11 million subscribers, Burna Boy’s YouTube channel serves as a vibrant hub for millions of followers.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi
Burna Boy
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Burna Boy hits 6.2 million views with latest track on Spotify, YouTube

At a Glance Burna Boy, the self-proclaimed African Giant, continues his rise as a global music icon with the success of his latest single, “Bundle By Bundle.” The track, released amid the festive season, embodies abundance, celebration, and vibrant energy—a perfect match for the Christmas spirit. Since it was released, the song has amassed 6.23 million combined streams on Spotify…

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi
Ayra Starr
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Ayra Starr becomes Africa’s top musician on Spotify with 25 million monthly listeners

The 22-year-old continues breaking barriers, with her hit “Rush” amassing over 420 million streams, cementing her status.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi
Wizkid
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Wizkid’s 2019 song certified gold by RIAA for half a million units

The certification, awarded on Nov. 22, marks over 500,000 certified units sold, encompassing both permanent digital downloads and on-demand streams.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi
Davido
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Davido and Chris Brown’s hit song crosses 200 million streams on YouTube, Spotify

The tropical-infused track continues to captivate fans worldwide, with its infectious harmonies and irresistible rhythms.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi
Wizkid
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Wizkid’s ‘Piece of My Heart’ tops 26 million Spotify streams, climbs global charts

The single, which boasts 26.12 million streams on Spotify and 6.67 million YouTube plays in just over a month, has made waves worldwide.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi
Tyla
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Tyla eyes 1.5 billion YouTube views as self-titled debut album gains momentum

Tyla has set her sights on surpassing 1.5 billion total views on YouTube before the end of 2024.

Omokolade Ajayi Omokolade Ajayi
Davido
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Davido looks to fill Atlanta’s State Farm Arena with 17,000 fans

Davido is setting his sights on filling the 16,888-seat State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, on Nov. 21.

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