Nigerian singer Asake has been named the most-streamed artist of all time on Spotify Nigeria, according to data released by the streaming platform to commemorate its fifth anniversary in the country. The ranking solidifies the artist’s significant impact on the Nigerian music scene since his rise to prominence.
The list of top five all-time artists in Nigeria places Asake at number one. He is followed by Wizkid in second position and Seyi Vibez at number three. Burna Boy secured the fourth spot, with Davido rounding out the top five.
Spotify Nigeria also published the all-time most-streamed songs. Asake’s track ‘Remember’ holds the number one position. The subsequent rankings are Ayo Maff and Fireboy’s ‘Dealer’ at number two, Fido’s ‘Awolowo’ at number three, Wizkid’s ‘Kese’ at number four, and Asake’s ‘Lonely At The Top’ at number five.
The dominance of Nigerian music extends to other African markets represented in Spotify’s regional data. On Spotify Kenya, Nigerian songs feature prominently in the all-time top tracks. Ruger’s ‘Asiwaju’ is ranked number one, followed by Ayra Starr’s ‘Rush’ at number two, and Fireboy’s ‘Bandana’ at number three. Kenyan singer Bein’s ‘Inauma’ occupies the fourth position, while Asake’s ‘Lonely At The Top’ is ranked fifth.
In Ghana, the all-time most-streamed song is ‘Wotowoto Seasoning’ by Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck featuring Ghanaian star Black Sherif. Asake’s ‘Lonely At The Top’ is at number two. The third, fourth, and fifth positions are all held by tracks from Black Sherif.
These lists, representing cumulative streams since each country’s launch, highlight the pervasive influence of Nigerian Afrobeats across East and West Africa. The data underscores the genre’s commercial viability and its ability to cross regional borders on international streaming platforms. The release of these milestone rankings provides a benchmark for artist performance and listener preference in key African markets.
