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Chella’s “My Darling” Crowned Most Viewed Nigerian Music Video of 2025 (So Far)
Music’s newest breakout star, Chella, has etched his name into the records of 2025 with his runaway hit, “My Darling,” now officially the most viewed Nigerian music video of the year and counting.
Since its release on March 31, 2025, the vibrant visual for the Afrobeats smash has racked up over 50 million views on YouTube, sparking dance trends and dominating timelines across the globe.
Blending cheeky lyrics with colourful street-style cinematography and infectious choreography, “My Darling” has captured the hearts of fans both at home and abroad.
The video’s viral appeal was turbocharged by TikTok challenges, Instagram reels, and fan remixes, catapulting the song from local banger to international sensation.
With more than 393,000 likes on YouTube and thousands of reposts across digital platforms, Chella’s success is a strong reminder of the global power of Nigerian sound and culture.
The meteoric rise of “My Darling” not only signals a career-defining moment for Chella but also underscores the unstoppable wave of Afrobeats sweeping across continents in 2025.
Chella’s “My Darling” (Official Visualizer) has now surpassed 50 MILLION views on YouTube. 🎥👏🏾
— It’s the most watched 2025 Nigerian visual on the platform. pic.twitter.com/9g9T0vklqD
— The Debut Hub (@thedebuthub) July 24, 2025
Recall, Davido and rising phenom Chella are among the artists whose songs are tipped to soundtrack the season, according to Spotify’s just-released predictions for summer’s biggest anthems.
Davido’s chart-blazing single “With You,” featuring Omah Lay, alongside Chella’s viral breakout “My Darling,” made the coveted list, standing shoulder to shoulder with international heavy-hitters like Moliy’s irresistible “Shake It To The Max,” Drake & PartyNextDoor’s hypnotic “Nokia,” and Charlie XCX’s dancefloor-ready “Party 4 U.”