Burna Boy Becomes Africa’s Most Streamed Artist of 2025 on Spotify

Nigerian Afrobeat superstar Burna Boy has claimed the crown as Africa’s most streamed artist on Spotify in 2025, setting a new record with an astonishing 1.986 billion streams. The Ye crooner outperformed fellow African stars including Wizkid, Tyla, Rema, and Davido in a year that saw African music dominate global streaming platforms.

According to Spotify’s 2025 data, Wizkid follows closely in second place with 1.81 billion streams, while South African singer Tyla takes third with 1.67 billion. Rema and Davido round out the top five, with 1.63 billion and 1.58 billion streams, respectively. Other notable names in the top ten include Asake (1.52B), Ayra Starr (1.47B), CKay (1.38B), Seyi Vibez (1.32B), and Mr Eazi (1.26B).

Opinion: Burna Boy’s record-breaking feat is a testament not only to his global appeal but also to the explosive growth of African music worldwide. Streaming numbers of this magnitude highlight the continent’s rising influence in shaping global soundscapes, blending Afrobeat, hip-hop, and contemporary pop in ways that resonate universally. It also underscores the healthy competition within the Nigerian music industry, with artists like Wizkid, Rema, and Davido pushing creative boundaries and expanding the reach of African music every year. For fans and industry watchers alike, 2025 has been a year that confirms Africa’s music is no longer just a regional force—it is a global phenomenon.