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Asake Reigns Supreme as Spotify Nigeria’s Most-Streamed Artist of 2024
Nigerian hitmaker Asake has solidified his place at the top of the music scene, emerging as the most-streamed artist of 2024 on Spotify Nigeria. This milestone is yet another testament to his extraordinary dominance in the Afrobeats landscape.
Spotify’s 2024 Wrapped underscores the vibrant and dynamic nature of Nigerian music, celebrating the artists, albums, and songs that resonated with millions of listeners throughout the year.
For the fourth consecutive year, Nigerian acts have dominated the platform’s top 10 most-streamed artists list, a clear reflection of the nation’s unyielding support for its homegrown talent.
Asake’s meteoric rise is attributed to his record-breaking year, highlighted by the release of his third studio album, ‘Lungu Boy.’ The album set unprecedented streaming records, racking up 18 million first-week streams on Spotify Nigeria alone.
His consistent release of hit singles, successful albums, and strategic guest features cemented his position as the most-streamed artist of 2024.
Trailing Asake is Seyi Vibez, who continued to expand his fanbase with the release of a new project in 2024 and his contributions to Vibe INC’s compilation album.
Burna Boy secured the third spot with his undeniable global appeal and chart-topping tracks. Meanwhile, Wizkid and Rema rounded out the top five, showcasing their enduring influence in the industry.
The all-male-dominated top 10 list reflects the artists who garnered the most streams in Nigeria this year, further highlighting the ever-evolving nature of the music industry.
Top 10 Most-Streamed Artists on Spotify Nigeria in 2024
1. Asake
2. Seyi Vibez
3. Burna Boy
4. Wizkid
5. Rema
6. Bnxn
7. OdumoduBlvck
8. Shallipopi
9. Davido
10. Young Jonn
With back-to-back successes, Asake continues to shape the soundscape of Nigerian music, solidifying his status as a trailblazer in the industry. As Spotify Nigeria’s Wrapped reaffirms, 2024 has been a year defined by innovation, growth, and an ever-increasing global recognition for Nigerian artists.