TikTok has become a global music marketplace where songs can go viral and catapult artists to international success. Here are 10 Afrobeats songs that have achieved global recognition on TikTok:
1. Goya Menor feat Nektunez – Ameno Amapiano
Goya Menor and Nektunez’s ‘Ameno Amapiano’ was the first Afrobeats song to go viral internationally on TikTok. The fusion of Amapiano sampled the iconic operatic song ‘Ameno’ by Era, becoming a global hit with over 3 million videos created.
2. CKay – Love Nwantiti
CKay’s ‘Love Nwantiti’ gained traction on TikTok nearly 2 years after its release, with DJs creating remixes and over 6 million videos made. The song’s viral success showcased the power of TikTok as a global music platform.
3. Kizz Daniel feat Tekno – Buga
Kizz Daniel’s ‘Buga’ featuring Tekno sparked a viral TikTok challenge with a celebratory dance routine, garnering over 4.7 million videos and catching the attention of then-president of Liberia, George Weah.
4. Oxlade – Kulosa
Oxlade’s performance of ‘Kulosa’ with Colors Studios went viral on TikTok, leading to over 250,000 videos created and propelling him to international success.
5. Joeboy – Alcohol
Joeboy’s ‘Alcohol’ challenge on TikTok saw users pouring ridiculous things on themselves, accumulating over 285 video creations and prompting Joeboy to caution against harmful challenges.
6. Pheelz feat BNXN – Finesse
Pheelz’s ‘Finesse’ became a viral hit on TikTok even before its official release, with over 720,000 uses on the app and contributing to his international success.
7. Victony & Tempoe – Soweto
The Amapiano fusion by Victony and Tempoe, ‘Soweto,’ enjoyed a viral moment on TikTok with over 569,000 uses globally, becoming an international hit single.
8. Ayra Starr – Rush
Ayra Starr’s ‘Rush’ became a global hit with over 2 million videos on TikTok, showcasing the platform’s role in promoting new music and artists.
9. Rema & Selena Gomez – Calm Down
‘Calm Down’ by Rema and Selena Gomez reached over a billion Spotify streams, with TikTok playing a significant role in its global viral success.
10. Davido – Unavailable
Davido’s ‘Unavailable’ gained international recognition through its viral dance routine on TikTok, generating over 1.6 million videos and showcasing the platform’s influence on music trends.
These Afrobeats songs demonstrate the power of TikTok in propelling artists to global fame and connecting music lovers worldwide.
