Burna Boy’s global dominance shows no signs of weakness or slowing down as he secures yet another spot on the Billboard Hot 100.
His new joint effort with American rapper Gunna, titled wgft, debuts at No. 94, marking the latest milestone in the African Giant’s ongoing U.S. chart journey.
This latest entry strengthens Burna Boy’s reputation as one of Africa’s most consistent voices on the world stage, with each Billboard appearance reflecting his versatility and reach.
Burna Boy’s Billboard Hot 100 Timeline
- No. 44 — Last Last
Widely regarded as Burna’s breakout international anthem, Last Last became a viral sensation and cemented his influence on global pop culture, from TikTok virality to packed-out clubs worldwide. - No. 67 — Just Like Me (with 21 Savage & Metro Boomin)
A heavy rap collaboration where Burna seamlessly blended into hip-hop’s space without losing his Afro-fusion identity. - No. 80 — Sittin’ On Top of The World
A feel-good anthem that captured summer vibes and reinforced his cross-genre appeal. - No. 87 — Loved by You (with Justin Bieber)
A soulful ballad on Bieber’s Justice album that expanded Burna’s reach to pop and R&B listeners. - No. 87 — We Pray (with Coldplay, Elyanna, Little Simz & TINI)
A collaborative, multicultural piece that spotlighted Burna’s role as a bridge between diverse sounds and audiences. - No. 94 — wgft (with Gunna) [NEW]
His latest win, pairing Afrofusion grooves with Gunna’s melodic trap delivery, showcasing his ability to merge African sounds with U.S. rap culture. - No. 99 — Talibans II
A drill-inspired collaboration that highlighted his willingness to experiment with street-driven hip-hop production.
JUST IN 🚨
Gunna’s “wgft” ft. Burna Boy debuts at #94 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 🇺🇸
— It’s Burna Boy’s 7th entry on the chart.
— It’s also the 7th highest new entry off Gunna’s “The Last Wun”. pic.twitter.com/Npe8h6FbLl
— The Debut Hub (@thedebuthub) August 18, 2025
While chart peaks grab headlines, Burna Boy’s presence on the Hot 100 represents something deeper: the steady globalization of African music. Last Last became a cultural reset, Loved by You introduced Afrofusion to pop circles, and now wgft underlines his staying power alongside one of hip-hop’s hottest acts.
Each entry is proof that Burna isn’t simply chasing numbers; he’s actively reshaping the narrative of African music on a worldwide scale. With every Billboard appearance, Afrofusion moves further into mainstream conversations, cementing the fact that this isn’t just a wave but a long-term cultural shift.