Nigerian Afrobeats singer Wizkid’s album Morayo has been named the most streamed album of 2025 in Sub-Saharan Africa on Apple Music, surpassing Davido’s 5ive, which ranks second. This development comes after Davido had earlier stated that his album would outperform others released during the same period, in a statement that many perceived as a reference to Wizkid’s album.
Prior to the release of his project, Davido had expressed confidence in its potential, saying “Album go swallow album” in Pidgin, which translates to “the album will overshadow other albums.” Wizkid has now appeared to respond to this boast, tweeting “Dem say album go swallow album dem dey ground dey smell now,” which can be interpreted as a comment on the current situation.
The tweet has been seen by many as a reference to Davido’s earlier statement, with some fans speculating that it could reignite the rivalry between the two artists on social media. However, Davido has not yet responded to Wizkid’s tweet.
The ranking of the albums on Apple Music is based on streaming data from the platform, and it reflects the popularity of the artists and their music among listeners in Sub-Saharan Africa. Wizkid’s Morayo and Davido’s 5ive are both significant releases in the Afrobeats genre, which has been gaining international recognition in recent years.
The development highlights the growing competition in the African music industry, particularly among Nigerian artists who are increasingly gaining global recognition. The rivalry between Wizkid and Davido is not new, with both artists having a large following and a history of exchanging comments on social media.
The outcome of the Apple Music ranking may have implications for the music industry in Africa, as it reflects the changing landscape of music consumption on the continent. As streaming platforms continue to grow in popularity, they are likely to play an increasingly important role in shaping the music industry in Africa. For now, Wizkid’s Morayo remains the most streamed album of 2025 in Sub-Saharan Africa, according to Apple Music.
