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    Spotify Nigeria Smashes Records: Top 10 Biggest First-Day Streams

    Emma TeeBy No Comments2 Mins Read

    In a milestone achievement, Spotify Nigeria has unveiled the top 10 songs with the biggest first-day streams in its history, showcasing the platform’s impact on the Nigerian music industry.

    Spotify Nigeria Smashes Records: Top 10 Biggest First-Day Streams
    Spotify Nigeria Smashes Records: Top 10 Biggest First-Day Streams

    This list highlights the growth of Spotify in Nigeria and the significant role it plays in promoting Nigerian artists and their music to a global audience.

    With four songs in the top 10, Wizkid dominates the list, taking the number one spot. Rema’s “Benin Boys” follows closely in second place, while Burna Boy’s “Higher” secures the third position. Davido, Asake, and Omah Lay also feature on the list, with “OVER DEM,”  “Wave“, and “Holy Ghost,” respectively.

    Since its launch in Nigeria in 2021, Spotify has provided a global platform for Nigerian artists, monetization opportunities, and contributed significantly to the industry’s growth.

    This achievement marks a significant milestone in Spotify Nigeria’s history, demonstrating the platform’s growth and impact on the music industry. For Nigerian artists, this list showcases the power of Spotify and its potential for global recognition and monetization.

    • Here is a full list of the top 10 biggest first-day streams in Spotify Nigeria’s history.

    1. IDK – Wizkid (626,000 streams)

    2. BENIN BOYS – Rema featuring Shallipopi (619,000 streams)

    “Benin Boys” features robust drum beats and captivating strings, with Rema and Shallipopi trading verses that highlight their wealth and status. The track is complemented by a visually stunning music video directed by DK, showcasing the artists in various stylish settings such as a neon-lit nightclub, a private jet, and a church rooftop.

    3. Higher – Burna Boy (531,000 streams)

    4. Ololufe – Wizkid featuring Wande Coal (527,000 streams)

    5. Diamonds – Wizkid (518,000 streams)

    6. OVER DEM – Davido (460,000 streams)

    7. Wave – Asake featuring Cental Cee (434,000 streams)

    8. Energy – Wizkid (411,000 streams)

    9. No Competition – Davido featuring Asake (400,000 streams)

    10. Holy Ghost – Omah Lay (384,000 streams)

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