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Simi records another landmark feat after becoming 1st female to reach 100m streams on Boomplay.
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The singer becomes the first female to reach 100 million streams on Boomplay.
Nigerian Afrobeat award-winning singer and songwriter Simisola Bolatito Kosoko, better known by her stage name Simi, has made history as she became the first female artist to attain 100 million cumulative Boomplay streams.
The singer achieved this feat after the release of her 5th solo project ‘To Be Honest (TBH)’, which solidified her reputation as one of Nigeria’s best vocalists.
The achievement is noteworthy not only for Simi but also for other female musicians whose talent has provided a spine for the female side of Nigeria’s rapidly rising music industry.
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With this achievement, Simi joins the elite group of Nigerian musicians who have amassed 100 million Boomplay streams, with the likes of Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Fireboy DML, Omah Lay, and Joeboy.
On Saturday, 9th of July 2022, Boomplay, one of the top music streaming services in Nigeria, made the statement across its social media channels to mark the momentous accomplishment.
Boomplay’s Director of Artiste and Media Relations, Tosin Sorinola, stated,
“Boomplay is committed to elevating voices and guaranteeing inclusivity and representation in music. As an organisation, we will continue to recognise and celebrate the strides made by female artists globally.”