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Fola’s “Catharsis” Sets Record as Highest-Debuting Nigerian Album on Spotify Global Chart

Nigerian music prodigy Fola has etched his name into the global charts with his first studio album, Catharsis, which stormed to No. 2 on Spotify’s Top Albums Debut Global Chart.
The achievement makes Catharsis the highest-charting debut album by a Nigerian artist on the platform, a milestone that underscores both Fola’s fast-rising global profile and the unstoppable momentum of Afrobeats on the international scene.
Spotify’s Top Albums Debut Global Chart ranks the most-played new releases worldwide in their opening week. Fola’s placement in the top two highlights the album’s massive appeal, showing how his sound has resonated far beyond Nigeria’s borders.
Blending intimate storytelling with bold sonic experimentation, Catharsis delivers an emotional yet universally relatable listening experience. The album’s strong debut signals a remarkable start for Fola, with many industry watchers already predicting him as one of the next major Nigerian exports.
This landmark achievement adds to Afrobeats’ ongoing global wave, as Fola joins a growing list of artists redefining how African music is received and celebrated worldwide.
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— Spotify (@Spotify) September 10, 2025
