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		<title>Apple Music Reveals Its 20 Most-Streamed Artists Ever</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Drake Tops Apple Music’s Most-Streamed Artists List as Chart Data Celebrates 10th Anniversary Music statistics platform Chart Data has marked its 10th anniversary by partnering with Apple Music to unveil a ranking of the 20 most-streamed artists of all time on the streaming platform. The list highlights the artists who have defined the streaming era, [...]</p>
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<p>Music statistics platform Chart Data has marked its 10th anniversary by partnering with <a href="https://music.apple.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Apple Music</a> to unveil a ranking of the 20 most-streamed artists of all time on the streaming platform.</p>
<p>The list highlights the artists who have defined the streaming era, with American and Canadian stars dominating the rankings thanks to years of commercial success, chart-topping releases, and massive global audiences.</p>
<p>Leading the pack is <strong>Drake</strong>, whose decade-long run of streaming dominance sees him claim the top spot. Close behind is <strong>Taylor Swift</strong> at No. 2, making her the highest-ranked female artist on the chart.</p>
<p>At No. 3 is <strong>Future</strong>, whose influence on modern trap music has translated into billions of streams worldwide. The top five is rounded out by <strong>YoungBoy Never Broke Again</strong> and <strong>Bad Bunny</strong>, both of whom have built remarkably loyal fan bases in the streaming era.</p>
<p>Further down the list, <strong>Lil Baby</strong> claims sixth place, followed by <strong>The Weeknd</strong> at No. 7 and <strong>Morgan Wallen</strong> at No. 8.</p>
<p><strong>Kanye West</strong> and <strong>Post Malone</strong> complete the top 10, underscoring the continued popularity of hip-hop and crossover pop acts on the platform.</p>
<p>The rankings also feature some of music&#8217;s most recognisable names, including <strong>Travis Scott</strong>, <strong>Ariana Grande</strong>, <strong>Chris Brown</strong>, <strong>Kendrick Lamar</strong>, <strong>Lil Durk</strong>, <strong>Gunna</strong>, <strong>Rod Wave</strong>, <strong>Ed Sheeran</strong>, <strong>Justin Bieber</strong>, and <strong>Eminem</strong>.</p>
<h5>Apple Music&#8217;s Top 20 Most-Streamed Artists of All Time</h5>
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<li>Drake</li>
<li>Taylor Swift</li>
<li>Future</li>
<li>YoungBoy Never Broke Again</li>
<li>Bad Bunny</li>
<li>Lil Baby</li>
<li>The Weeknd</li>
<li>Morgan Wallen</li>
<li>Kanye West</li>
<li>Post Malone</li>
<li>Travis Scott</li>
<li>Ariana Grande</li>
<li>Chris Brown</li>
<li>Kendrick Lamar</li>
<li>Lil Durk</li>
<li>Gunna</li>
<li>Rod Wave</li>
<li>Ed Sheeran</li>
<li>Justin Bieber</li>
<li>Eminem</li>
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<p>The ranking offers another snapshot of how streaming has reshaped the global music industry over the last decade, with hip-hop, pop, country,</p>
<p>Latin music, and R&amp;B all represented among the platform&#8217;s biggest success stories. It also reflects the enduring influence of artists whose catalogues continue to attract billions of streams years after their original release.</p>
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		<title>Spotify Unveils Its Big 2026 Songs Of Summer Predictions, Launches Fan Voting Feature</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:10:48 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Spotify Unveils 2026 Songs of Summer List Featuring Tems, Drake, Ariana Grande and More, As Fans Can Now Vote In-App Spotify has published its 2026 Songs of Summer predictions, a curated selection of 30 tracks that its editorial team believes could dominate listening trends during the upcoming summer season. The annual list brings together a [...]</p>
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<p>Spotify has published its 2026 <em>Songs of Summer</em> predictions, a curated selection of 30 tracks that its editorial team believes could dominate listening trends during the upcoming summer season.</p>
<p>The annual list brings together a blend of global superstars and rising talents, cutting across genres and regions. Featured names include <strong>Ariana Grande, Drake, Tems</strong>, Ghanaian duo <strong>DopeNation</strong>, and <strong>Zara Larsson</strong>, reflecting Spotify’s continued push toward a globally diverse music landscape.</p>
<p>According to the <a href="https://newsroom.spotify.com/songs-of-summer-2026/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">platform</a>, this year’s selection highlights several emerging musical directions expected to shape summer listening habits. These include nostalgia-inspired dance records, globally influenced club sounds, emotionally driven pop music, and a growing wave of country songs focused on travel, place, and personal reflection.</p>
<p>For the first time, Spotify has also introduced an in-app voting feature within the playlist, allowing users to choose the track they believe will become the defining song of the summer. Fans can vote directly through the platform and share their picks across social media.</p>
<h5>Key trends shaping the 2026 summer sound</h5>
<p>Spotify’s editorial team identified a resurgence of nostalgic dance and club influences as one of the season’s dominant themes. Tracks such as <em>New Religion</em> by Bebe Rexha and Faithless, <em>Jamaican (Bam Bam)</em> by HUGEL and SOLTO, and PinkPantheress’ <em>Girl Like Me</em> draw heavily from earlier electronic eras. Zara Larsson’s <em>Midnight Sun</em> also stands out for its inspiration from 1990s house and early 2000s French electronic music.</p>
<p>Global dance fusion continues to play a major role, with songs like <em>Kakalika</em> by DopeNation showcasing the blending of azonto rhythms with amapiano influences.</p>
<p>Another notable trend is what Spotify describes as a “sadboy summer,” marked by emotionally reflective and introspective pop records. Tracks such as Dominic Fike’s <em>Babydoll</em> and Malcolm Todd’s <em>Earrings</em> fall into this category.</p>
<p>Country music also makes a strong appearance through what Spotify calls “postcard country,” where storytelling is tied to specific locations and personal memory. Kacey Musgraves’ <em>Mexico Honey</em> and Noah Kahan’s <em>Doors</em> are highlighted examples.</p>
<h5>Full 2026 Songs of Summer predictions</h5>
<p>The list includes a wide range of tracks such as <em>Raindance (feat. Tems)</em> by Dave and Tems, <em>Janice STFU</em> by Drake, <em>drop dead</em> by Olivia Rodrigo, <em>Dracula – JENNIE Remix</em> by Tame Impala and JENNIE, and many more, alongside records from emerging acts like ANOTR, Cameron Whitcomb, and DopeNation.</p>
<p>With this selection, Spotify continues its tradition of shaping seasonal listening culture, blending commercial powerhouses with rising global voices while offering a snapshot of where popular music may be heading in 2026.</p>
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<li>hate that i made you love me — Ariana Grande</li>
<li>New Religion — Bebe Rexha, Faithless</li>
<li>Kingdom of Fear — Cameron Whitcomb</li>
<li>Bangaranga — DARA</li>
<li>Raindance (feat. Tems) — Dave, Tems</li>
<li>Freakin&#8217; Out — Dexter and The Moonrocks</li>
<li>Babydoll — Dominic Fike</li>
<li>E85 — Don Toliver</li>
<li>Kakalika — DopeNation</li>
<li>Janice STFU — Drake</li>
<li>Choosin&#8217; Texas — Ella Langley</li>
<li>NOBLE — F3miii</li>
<li>L.U.C.K.Y — Fcukers</li>
<li>Jamaican (Bam Bam) — HUGEL, SOLTO</li>
<li>Mexico Honey — Kacey Musgraves</li>
<li>Earrings — Malcolm Todd</li>
<li>Maladie — Mauvais djo</li>
<li>Doors — Noah Kahan</li>
<li>drop dead — Olivia Rodrigo</li>
<li>KOKO — Omar Courtz</li>
<li>Girl Like Me — PinkPantheress</li>
<li>Free Your Mind — Prospa, Cloonee</li>
<li>Rein Me In (with Olivia Dean) — Sam Fender, Olivia Dean</li>
<li>DANCE… — Slayyyter</li>
<li>Boston — STELLA LEFTY</li>
<li>Dracula – JENNIE Remix — Tame Impala, JENNIE</li>
<li>Self Aware — Temper City</li>
<li>Midnight Sun — Zara Larsson</li>
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		<title>Drake Makes Billboard History With His Three-Project Rollout</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 22:11:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Canadian superstar Drake has delivered what many are already calling one of the most dominant chart performances in modern music history, following the release of his three-project rollout, ICEMAN, HABIBTI, and MAID OF HONOUR. The surprise drop strategy paid off massively, as all three projects stormed global streaming platforms and rewrote Billboard history in a [...]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>Canadian superstar <a href="https://mp3bullet.ng/tag/Drake/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Drake</strong> </a>has delivered what many are already calling one of the most dominant chart performances in modern music history, following the release of his <a href="https://mp3bullet.ng/drake-stuns-fans-with-three-album-release/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">three-project rollout</a>, <em>ICEMAN</em>, <em>HABIBTI</em>, and <em>MAID OF HONOUR</em>.</h3>
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<p>The surprise drop strategy paid off massively, as all three projects stormed global streaming platforms and rewrote Billboard history in a single tracking week, cementing Drake’s grip on commercial music dominance.</p>
<p>In a historic achievement, Drake became the first artist ever to occupy the Top 3 positions on the Billboard 200 simultaneously. <em>ICEMAN</em> debuted at No. 1, followed closely by <em>HABIBTI</em> at No. 2 and <em>MAID OF HONOUR</em> at No. 3, a clean sweep that immediately set social media buzzing across the music industry.</p>
<p><em>ICEMAN</em> led the charge with a staggering opening week, pulling in over 463,000 units and reportedly surpassing 462 million U.S. streams, making it the biggest streaming week of 2026 so far.</p>
<p>The milestone also marked Drake’s 15th No. 1 album on the Billboard 200, pushing him past Jay-Z for the most chart-topping albums by a solo male rapper, while placing him level with Taylor Swift among solo artists overall. Only The Beatles remain ahead in the all-time tally.</p>
<p>On the Billboard Hot 100, the Canadian star extended his dominance even further. His track <em>“Janice STFU”</em> debuted at No. 1, earning him his 14th Hot 100 chart-topper and officially breaking the long-standing record previously associated with Michael Jackson for the most No. 1 singles by a solo male artist.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/champagnepapi" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Drake</strong> </a>also continued to expand his overall presence on the Hot 100, now boasting a record 402 entries on the chart — the highest ever achieved by any artist.</p>
<p>The rapper’s impact for the week was so massive that he placed 42 songs simultaneously on the Hot 100, surpassing the previous record held by Morgan Wallen, who had 37 entries. He also extended his own record for the most Hot 100 Top 10 hits, which now stands at 90.</p>
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<p>Across streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, the rollout turned into a global takeover, with Drake reportedly emerging as the most-streamed artist in a single day for 2026. <em>ICEMAN</em> also recorded the biggest album debut on streaming platforms this year.</p>
<p>More than a decade into his career, Drake’s latest achievement further reinforces his rare ability to dominate charts, streaming records, and global music culture all at once — a level of consistency few artists in history have ever matched.</p>
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		<title>&#8216;Wizkid collaboration with Drake opened the door for Afrobeats artist&#8217; &#8211; Nasty C</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:07:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>South African rapper Nasty C has praised Nigerian superstar Wizkid, crediting him as one of the key figures who helped push African music into the global mainstream. Speaking during a recent podcast interview, the “Zulu Man With Some Power” crooner reflected on how Afrobeats has grown from a regional sound into a worldwide commercial force, [...]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>South African rapper <a href="https://mp3bullet.ng/tag/Nasty-C/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nasty C</a> has praised Nigerian superstar Wizkid, crediting him as one of the key figures who helped push African music into the global mainstream.</h3>
<figure id="attachment_848200" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-848200" style="width: 600px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Nasty-C.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-848200" src="https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Nasty-C.jpg" alt="'Wizkid collaboration with Drake opened the door for Afrobeats artist' - Nasty C" width="600" height="450" srcset="https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Nasty-C.jpg 600w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Nasty-C-300x225.jpg 300w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Nasty-C-550x413.jpg 550w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Nasty-C-150x113.jpg 150w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Nasty-C-450x338.jpg 450w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-848200" class="wp-caption-text">&#8216;Wizkid collaboration with Drake opened the door for Afrobeats artist&#8217; &#8211; Nasty C</figcaption></figure>
<p>Speaking during a recent podcast interview, the “Zulu Man With Some Power” crooner reflected on how Afrobeats has grown from a regional sound into a worldwide commercial force, pointing to Wizkid’s 2016 global collaboration with Canadian rapper Drake as a turning point.</p>
<p>According to him, the smash hit <i>&#8220;One Dance&#8221;</i> played a major role in changing international perception of African music and opened doors for a new wave of artists seeking global recognition.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/nasty_csa/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Nasty C</strong></a> explained that after the success of the record, African music began receiving a massive boost in visibility and profitability, making the genre more attractive even beyond its original audience.</p>
<p>“<em>Wizkid and Drake collaboration on ‘One Dance’ opened the door for African artists. After the collaboration, African music received a significant boost. During some of my interviews in Nigeria and Ghana, the hosts told me that some rappers were even switching to Afrobeats because of how lucrative it has become after Wizkid’s collaboration with Drake</em>,” <strong>he said</strong>.</p>
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<p>The rapper further noted that the ripple effect of that era continues to shape today’s Afrobeats dominance, as more African artists continue to break into global charts, festivals, and award platforms.</p>
<p>Over the years, <em>One Dance</em> has remained widely referenced as one of the landmark records that helped bridge Afrobeats with mainstream pop culture, paving the way for the genre’s current global expansion.</p>
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		<title>Drake Stuns Fans With Three-Album Release</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Emma Tee]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 15:02:27 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Global hip-hop heavyweight Drake has stunned fans with an unprecedented triple-album release, dropping three full projects in a single day in what has quickly become one of the most unexpected rollouts of his career. On May 15, 2026, listeners anticipating his long-teased album ICEMAN were instead met with not one but two additional surprise projects, [...]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>Global hip-hop heavyweight <a href="https://mp3bullet.ng/tag/Drake/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Drake</a> has stunned fans with an unprecedented triple-album release, dropping three full projects in a single day in what has quickly become one of the most unexpected rollouts of his career.</h3>
<figure id="attachment_848061" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-848061" style="width: 1000px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Drake.webp"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-848061" src="https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Drake.webp" alt="Drake Stuns Fans With Three Album Release" width="1000" height="1000" srcset="https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Drake.webp 1000w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Drake-300x300.webp 300w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Drake-550x550.webp 550w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Drake-150x150.webp 150w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Drake-450x450.webp 450w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Drake-768x768.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-848061" class="wp-caption-text">Drake Stuns Fans With Three-Album Release</figcaption></figure>
<p>On May 15, 2026, listeners anticipating his long-teased album <em>ICEMAN</em> were instead met with not one but two additional surprise projects, <em>HABIBTI</em> and <em>MAID OF HONOUR,</em> all released simultaneously across major streaming platforms.</p>
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<h5>ICEMAN finally arrives after a long buildup</h5>
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<p><em>ICEMAN</em> marks <strong>Drake’s</strong> first solo project since his widely publicized rap battle with Kendrick Lamar, closing a period of heavy anticipation that stretched throughout 2025.</p>
<p>The rollout itself had already generated buzz, including a viral promotional stunt where fans had to break through a large ice structure to uncover the album’s release date.</p>
<p>The project also includes the single “<em>What Did I Miss</em>,” which served as its only pre-release track.</p>
<p>Across 17 songs, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/champagnepapi/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Drake</strong> </a>blends introspection with his trademark braggadocio. On the opening track “<em>Make Them Cry</em>,” he reportedly references personal struggles, including his father’s health battle, while also revisiting tensions from his recent rap feud.</p>
<p>Features on the album include <strong>Future, Molly Santana, </strong>and <strong>21 Savage</strong>, with production leaning heavily into Drake’s familiar mix of rap, pop, and melodic fusion.</p>
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<h5>Surprise double drop: HABIBTI and MAID OF HONOUR</h5>
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<p>Alongside <em>ICEMAN</em>, <strong>Drake</strong> also released <em>HABIBTI</em> (11 tracks) and <em>MAID OF HONOUR</em> (14 tracks), expanding the scale of the rollout into a rare triple-album event.</p>
<p><em>HABIBTI</em> features collaborations with <strong>PARTYNEXTDOOR, Sexyy Red, Loe Shimmy</strong>, and <strong>Qendresa</strong>, while <em>MAID OF HONOUR</em> includes appearances from <strong>Central Cee, Popcaan, Sexyy Red, Stunna Sandy, </strong>and <strong>Iconic Savvy.</strong></p>
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<p>Despite the surprise nature of the drop, early projections suggest <em>ICEMAN</em> could debut strongly on the Billboard 200, with industry estimates pointing toward hundreds of thousands of first-week units.</p>
<p>For an artist already known for breaking streaming records, this latest move further reinforces Drake’s reputation for reshaping how major albums are released in the digital era — now not just dropping projects, but entire eras at once.</p>
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		<title>Burna Boy Drops Hint About Drake Collab</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:21:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Afrofusion star Burna Boy has set tongues wagging after dropping subtle hints about a possible link-up with Canadian rap heavyweight Drake, though he stopped short of confirming anything outright. In a recent sit-down with Speedy Morman on Complex, Burna Boy spoke about his relationship with Drake and the chances of future collaborations between them. While [...]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>Afrofusion star <a href="https://mp3bullet.ng/tag/Burna-Boy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Burna Boy</a> has set tongues wagging after dropping subtle hints about a possible link-up with Canadian rap heavyweight <a href="https://mp3bullet.ng/tag/Drake/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Drake</a>, though he stopped short of confirming anything outright.</h3>
<figure id="attachment_801433" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-801433" style="width: 577px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Burna-Boy-Drake.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-801433" src="https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Burna-Boy-Drake.png" alt="Burna Boy Drops Hint About Drake Collab" width="577" height="433" srcset="https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Burna-Boy-Drake.png 577w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Burna-Boy-Drake-300x225.png 300w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Burna-Boy-Drake-550x413.png 550w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Burna-Boy-Drake-86x64.png 86w" sizes="(max-width: 577px) 100vw, 577px" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-801433" class="wp-caption-text">Burna Boy Drops Hint About Drake Collab</figcaption></figure>
<p>In a recent sit-down with Speedy Morman on Complex, <strong>Burna Boy</strong> spoke about his relationship with Drake and the chances of future collaborations between them.</p>
<p>While reflecting on his past involvement in Drake’s 2017 project <em>More Life</em>, where he had uncredited writing contributions, Burna Boy hinted that their musical chemistry may not be a thing of the past.</p>
<p>&#8220;<em>We might have already worked together, you don&#8217;t know,</em>&#8221; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/burnaboygram" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Burna Boy</strong></a> said regarding whether he and Drake have made music since his uncredited contributions to &#8216;More Life&#8217;.</p>
<p>Pressed further on whether fans should expect to hear him on <strong>Drake’s</strong> forthcoming album <em>Iceman</em>, the Grammy winner kept things intentionally vague.</p>
<p><em>&#8220;It&#8217;s not my album.&#8221;</em></p>
<p>That response, rather than shutting things down, has only fueled speculation among fans, many of whom believe the cryptic tone suggests something is already in motion behind the scenes.</p>
<p>With <em>Iceman</em> slated for release on May 15, anticipation is already building, and the mere possibility of Burna Boy making an appearance has added another layer of excitement to what is shaping up to be one of the year’s biggest releases.</p>
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		<title>Drake Sets the Tone For his Forthcoming Album “Iceman”</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:05:09 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>After a relatively quiet stretch and a headline-grabbing rap feud, Drake is stepping back into the spotlight with a new project that already has fans talking. The rapper’s ninth studio album, Iceman, is shaping up to be one of his most talked-about rollouts yet, packed with symbolism, mystery, and a clear sense of intent. Here [...]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>After a relatively quiet stretch and a headline-grabbing rap feud, Drake is stepping back into the spotlight with a new project that already has fans talking.</h3>
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<p>The rapper’s ninth studio album, <em>Iceman</em>, is shaping up to be one of his most talked-about rollouts yet, packed with symbolism, mystery, and a clear sense of intent.</p>
<p>Here are the key things listeners should know as the countdown begins:</p>
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<p>The album, <em>Iceman</em>, has been in the works for a while, with Drake teasing the name as far back as 2024. The title draws inspiration from the iconic character played by Val Kilmer in <em>Top Gun</em>, and that icy aesthetic has now become the backbone of the album’s entire rollout.</p>
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<p>Fans won’t have to wait too long—<em>Iceman</em> is officially scheduled for release on May 15, 2026. In true Drake fashion, the announcement came with a twist: the date was hidden inside a massive ice sculpture placed in downtown Toronto, later uncovered by a streamer named Kishka, turning the reveal into a viral moment.</p>
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<p>For now, Drake is keeping collaborations close to his chest. No official features have been confirmed, although fans have been speculating heavily after Sexyy Red appeared in promotional material tied to the album announcement.</p>
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<p>Perhaps the most telling detail from the rollout is a message discovered inside the ice installation—a T-shirt reading “2024 is my year,” with the “24” crossed out and replaced with “26.” Many see it as a subtle response to his highly publicised clash with Kendrick Lamar in 2024, signaling that Drake is positioning this album as a comeback moment.</p>
<p>All signs point to <em>Iceman</em> being more than just another release—it feels like a calculated reset. After years at the top, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/champagnepapi" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Drake</strong> </a>seems ready to remind everyone exactly why he’s still in that conversation.</p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:10:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Spotify has officially unveiled its “100 Greatest Pop Songs of the Streaming Era,&#8221; and African artists are making waves on the global stage. The list, compiled by Spotify’s editorial team of cross-disciplinary editors and curators, spans music from 2015 to today, ranking songs not purely by streams but by cultural impact, musicality, storytelling, and lasting influence. [...]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>Spotify has officially unveiled its <strong>“100 Greatest Pop Songs of the Streaming Era,&#8221;</strong> and African artists are making waves on the global stage.</h3>
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<p>The list, compiled by <a href="https://newsroom.spotify.com/2026-02-24/greatest-pop-songs-streaming-era/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Spotify’s editorial team</a> of cross-disciplinary editors and curators, spans music from 2015 to today, ranking songs not purely by streams but by cultural impact, musicality, storytelling, and lasting influence. Three African hits cracked the top 100, proving the continent’s pop dominance.</p>
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<p>Securing a spot in the top ten is no small feat, and the 2016 Afrobeats-infused collaboration <em>“One Dance”</em> earned its place. <strong>Drake</strong>, who had already experimented with Afrobeats via an unofficial remix of Wizkid’s <em>“Ojuelegba,”</em> broke fully into global pop with this track.</p>
<p>Blending Afrobeats and dancehall rhythms, <em>“One Dance”</em> not only gave Drake his first Billboard Hot 100 number one as a lead artist but also became the first song in Spotify history to reach one billion streams. Beyond the numbers, it proved that Afrobeats could anchor mainstream pop without losing its authenticity, opening doors for countless artists afterward.</p>
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<p><strong>Rema’s</strong> <em>“Calm Down”</em> had already been making waves before Selena Gomez jumped on the remix, but the collaboration elevated the track into a global phenomenon. The remix fused Rema’s playful energy with Gomez’s polished confidence, producing a song that transcended borders. <em>“Calm Down”</em> became the most successful Afrobeats single in Billboard history and the first African artist-led track to hit one billion streams on Spotify.</p>
<p>The track redefined what a global remix could achieve, amplifying rather than diluting the original sound.</p>
<p><iframe title="Rema, Selena Gomez - Calm Down (Official Music Video)" width="814" height="458" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/WcIcVapfqXw?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<p><strong>Number 50: “<em>Water</em>” – Tyla</strong></p>
<p>Tyla’s <em>“Water”</em> represents another landmark moment, introducing the South African genre Amapiano to a worldwide audience. Known for its log drum and hypnotic grooves, the track retained the genre’s distinctiveness while making waves globally.</p>
<p>The song won the inaugural Grammy for Best African Music Performance and made Tyla the first South African solo artist to appear on the Billboard Hot 100 in 55 years. Its placement at number 50 signals that Amapiano has officially arrived on the international pop stage.</p>
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<p>Spotify’s staff picks highlight that African artists are no longer novelties on global pop lists. Afrobeats and Amapiano now sit comfortably alongside the likes of Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, and The Weeknd, demonstrating that Africa’s sounds are reshaping the very landscape of contemporary pop music.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Spotify’s staff ranks Top Pop Songs of the Streaming era:</p>
<p>#1 drivers license<br />
#2 Pink Pony Club<br />
#3 Cruel Summer<br />
#4 Don’t Start Now<br />
#5 Run Away With Me<br />
#6 Sorry<br />
#7 Green Light<br />
#8 One Dance<br />
#9 BIRDS OF A FEATHER<br />
#10 no tears left to cry<br />
#11 Good Luck, Babe!<br />
#12 Can&#8217;t Feel My Face…</p>
<p>— chart data (@chartdata) <a href="https://twitter.com/chartdata/status/2026318418761155029?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 24, 2026</a></p></blockquote>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:11:42 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>For the eleventh year running, Drake has retained his crown as the world’s best-selling rapper, a streak that now stretches across more than a decade. According to the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI), the Canadian superstar ranks No. 3 overall on its 2025 Global Artist Chart. Only Taylor Swift and Stray Kids sit [...]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>For the eleventh year running, <a href="https://mp3bullet.ng/tag/Drake/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Drake</a> has retained his crown as the world’s best-selling rapper, a streak that now stretches across more than a decade.</h3>
<figure id="attachment_846842" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-846842" style="width: 1440px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Drake.webp"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-846842" src="https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Drake.webp" alt="Drake Extends Decade-Long Reign as Best-Selling Rapper" width="1440" height="1073" srcset="https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Drake.webp 1440w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Drake-300x224.webp 300w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Drake-550x410.webp 550w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Drake-150x112.webp 150w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Drake-450x335.webp 450w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Drake-1200x894.webp 1200w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Drake-768x572.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-846842" class="wp-caption-text">Drake Extends Decade-Long Reign as Best-Selling Rapper</figcaption></figure>
<p>According to the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (<a href="https://www.ifpi.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>IFPI</strong></a>), the Canadian superstar ranks No. 3 overall on its 2025 Global Artist Chart. Only Taylor Swift and Stray Kids sit above him. Despite finishing third overall, <strong>Drake</strong> remains the highest-ranked rapper on the list, extending a remarkable run that has defined the streaming era.</p>
<p>The IFPI chart measures global music consumption across streaming platforms, digital downloads and physical sales, offering a comprehensive snapshot of worldwide demand rather than performance in a single country.</p>
<h5>The 2025 Global Top 10 Artists (IFPI)</h5>
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<li>Taylor Swift</li>
<li>Stray Kids</li>
<li>Drake</li>
<li>The Weeknd</li>
<li>Bad Bunny</li>
<li>Kendrick Lamar</li>
<li>Morgan Wallen</li>
<li>Sabrina Carpenter</li>
<li>Billie Eilish</li>
<li>Lady Gaga</li>
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<p>Swift maintains the No. 1 spot for the sixth consecutive year, but <strong>Drake’s</strong> consistency tells its own story. While other rappers like <strong>Kendrick Lamar</strong> (No. 6), <strong>Tyler, The Creator</strong> (No. 12), and <strong>Eminem</strong> (No. 15) appear in the top 20, none have matched Drake’s sustained global dominance.</p>
<h5>The Streaming Numbers Behind the Streak</h5>
<p>The IFPI honour comes on the heels of another historic run on Spotify. Earlier in 2026, <strong>Drake</strong> became the first rapper to surpass 2 billion Spotify streams in a year alone. Shortly after, he set yet another benchmark, becoming the first artist in Spotify history to have 300 songs exceed 100 million streams.</p>
<p>Industry data suggests the next closest rapper has fewer than half as many tracks above the 100-million mark. That gap underscores what separates Drake from the pack: catalogue depth and daily listening power, not just headline-grabbing hits.</p>
<p>In an era where first-week sales generate buzz but long-term streams determine legacy, both the IFPI rankings and Spotify milestones reveal the same pattern: steady, global demand.</p>
<p>Eleven straight years at the top is no accident. It’s the product of relentless output, crossover appeal, and an uncanny ability to evolve with audience tastes while staying unmistakably Drake.</p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:03:44 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Drake Becomes First Artist in Spotify History With 300 Songs Over 100M Streams Drake has officially rewritten the record books on Spotify. On February 17, 2026, he became the first artist in the platform’s history to have 300 songs surpass 100 million streams, cementing his dominance as a streaming-era juggernaut. The milestone was boosted by [...]</p>
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<p><a href="https://mp3bullet.ng/tag/Drake/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Drake</strong> </a>has officially rewritten the record books on Spotify. On February 17, 2026, he became the first artist in the platform’s history to have 300 songs surpass 100 million streams, cementing his dominance as a streaming-era juggernaut.</p>
<p>The milestone was boosted by the track <em>Mine</em>, a collaboration with Beyoncé, which recently crossed the 100 million streams threshold. Behind him, global superstars such as Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, The Weeknd, and Justin Bieber trail, highlighting just how unparalleled Drake’s streaming dominance has become.</p>
<p>What makes this achievement remarkable is the consistency and breadth of his catalogue, not just a handful of viral hits. While <em>One Dance</em> has amassed over 4 billion streams and <em>God’s Plan</em> remains one of Spotify’s biggest rap records, reaching 300 tracks with 100 million streams, demonstrates sustained engagement across albums, features, and deep cuts.</p>
<p>Even older material continues to pull impressive numbers. Songs from 2011’s <em>Take Care</em> still add to the tally, with the title track surpassing 700 million streams. Meanwhile, newer releases like <em>NOKIA</em> with PARTYNEXTDOOR, released in 2025, have already crossed 500 million streams. Tracks like <i>&#8220;Nonstop&#8221; and &#8220;Jimmy Cooks&#8221;</i> still average over 200,000 daily streams, years after dropping.</p>
<p>Industry analysts note that modern rankings rely heavily on daily listening habits, not just first-week sales. Drake’s achievement reflects a catalogue that delivers both depth and longevity, proving that he knows how to consistently meet audience demand.</p>
<p>With this record, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/champagnepapi" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Drake</strong> </a>doesn’t just lead Spotify in numbers he defines what it means to build a streaming-era music empire through consistency, quality, and cultural relevance.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">.<a href="https://twitter.com/Drake?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Drake</a> becomes the first artist to have 300 songs with over 100 million streams each in Spotify history. <a href="https://t.co/kP2c9PbnBD">pic.twitter.com/kP2c9PbnBD</a></p>
<p>— chart data (@chartdata) <a href="https://twitter.com/chartdata/status/2023595005978312917?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 17, 2026</a></p></blockquote>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Tours, Streaming, Catalogues: Forbes Drops 2025 Highest-Paid Musicians List as Earnings Hit $1.9bn As the global music industry closed out 2025 on December 31, Forbes released its highly anticipated year-end ranking of the highest-paid musicians in the world, revealing a combined pre-tax income of nearly $1.9 billion USD among the top earners. The staggering figure [...]</p>
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<p>As the global music industry closed out 2025 on December 31, <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/martinadilicosa/2025/12/30/the-highest-paid-musicians-of-2025/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>Forbes</em> </a>released its highly anticipated year-end ranking of the highest-paid musicians in the world, revealing a combined pre-tax income of nearly $1.9 billion USD among the top earners.</p>
<p>The staggering figure underscored a year of robust growth for the industry, powered largely by blockbuster concert tours, sustained streaming dominance, and increasingly sophisticated catalogue investments.</p>
<p>Live performances emerged as the biggest revenue driver, with artists capitalising on expansive stadium tours, high-demand residencies, and innovative touring models, while streaming and record sales continued to provide steady income for musicians with evergreen catalogues.</p>
<p>The list also reflected growing diversity across the industry, featuring <strong>eight female artists</strong> among the highest earners and spanning genres from pop, hip-hop, and R&amp;B to country, Latin, and rock. Strategic business moves—particularly partial catalogue sales that preserved creative control—played a major role in boosting artist wealth, highlighting a shift toward sharper, more business-savvy career management.</p>
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<p>At the summit of the 2025 rankings sits <strong>The Weeknd</strong>, who emerged as the highest-paid musician in the world, earning $298 million USD pre-tax. His earnings were anchored by the monumental After Hours Til Dawn Tour, which surpassed $1 billion USD in gross revenue, alongside strong global sales and streaming performance from his hit record <em>Hurry Up Tomorrow</em>.</p>
<p>The Canadian superstar also saw a major boost to his net worth following a landmark $200 million USD catalogue deal with Lyric Capital, a move that allowed him to retain creative control while unlocking immense financial value.</p>
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<p>Pop powerhouse <strong>Taylor Swift</strong> followed closely in second place with $202 million USD, driven by chart-topping album sales from <em>The Life of a Showgirl</em>, a lucrative Disney+ documentary deal, and continued strength from her streaming catalogue.</p>
<p>In third place, <strong>Beyoncé</strong> earned $148 million USD, largely fueled by her record-breaking Cowboy Carter Tour, which grossed $407.6 million USD across a unique 32-show mini-residency format. The tour became the highest-grossing country tour in Billboard Boxscore history and the fastest to surpass $400 million USD.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The Highest-Paid Musicians of 2025 (According to Forbes): <a href="https://t.co/Jn5ocX9yfH">pic.twitter.com/Jn5ocX9yfH</a></p>
<p>— Pop Core (@TheePopCore) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheePopCore/status/2006191580516954364?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 31, 2025</a></p></blockquote>
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<p>The middle of the top 10 proved fiercely competitive. <strong>Kendrick Lamar</strong> ranked fourth with $109 million USD, boosted by his headline appearance at the Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show, watched by 133.5 million viewers, and the success of his 2025 album <em>GNX</em>. His joint Grand National Tour with SZA also contributed significantly, grossing $358.7 million USD.</p>
<p><strong>Coldplay</strong> and <strong>Shakira</strong> tied in fifth and sixth place with $105 million USD each, powered respectively by extended legs of the <em>Music of the Spheres World Tour</em> and Shakira’s massively successful <em>Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour</em>.</p>
<p><strong>Drake</strong> finished seventh with $78 million USD, largely from relentless streaming success. The Canadian rapper closed 2025 as Spotify’s most-streamed rapper, pulling in 17.6 billion streams, narrowly surpassing his own 2023 record.</p>
<p>Rounding out the list were <strong>Chris Brown</strong> at eighth with $74 million USD, driven by the <em>Breezy Bowl XX Stadium World Tour</em>; <strong>Zach Bryan</strong> in ninth with $70 million USD, blending touring with catalogue deals; and global Latin icon <strong>Bad Bunny</strong>, who placed tenth with $66 million USD, fueled by massive streaming numbers and a successful residency in Puerto Rico.</p>
<h3><strong>Top 10 Highest-Paid Musicians of 2025 (Forbes)</strong></h3>
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<li><strong>The Weeknd</strong> – $298 million</li>
<li><strong>Taylor Swift</strong> – $202 million</li>
<li><strong>Beyoncé</strong> – $148 million</li>
<li><strong>Kendrick Lamar</strong> – $109 million</li>
<li><strong>Coldplay</strong> – $105 million</li>
<li><strong>Shakira</strong> – $105 million</li>
<li><strong>Drake</strong> – $78 million</li>
<li><strong>Chris Brown</strong> – $74 million</li>
<li><strong>Zach Bryan</strong> – $70 million</li>
<li><strong>Bad Bunny</strong> – $66 million</li>
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<p>Beyond the numbers, the 2025 rankings reflect an industry increasingly driven by global touring power, digital consumption, and strategic ownership—marking a defining era where musicians are not just cultural icons, but formidable business forces.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The year’s top artists—including Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny and The Weeknd—drummed up a collective $1.9 billion in the past 12 months. And one of them became a billionaire.</p>
<p>See the full list: <a href="https://t.co/w0al1frCSx">https://t.co/w0al1frCSx</a> (Illustration by KLAWE RZECZY for Forbes; Photos by Kate… <a href="https://t.co/WBpXg0BitK">pic.twitter.com/WBpXg0BitK</a></p>
<p>— Forbes (@Forbes) <a href="https://twitter.com/Forbes/status/2006018425924022456?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 30, 2025</a></p></blockquote>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Nigerian female superstar Tems has carved her name into the history books once again this time by smashing through a milestone no Nigerian woman in music had ever reached before. On Tuesday, September 30, 2025, it was officially confirmed that &#8220;Wait For U,&#8221; her global smash collaboration with Future and Drake, has sold over 10 [...]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>Nigerian female superstar <strong><a href="https://mp3bullet.ng/tag/Tems/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tems</a></strong> has carved her name into the history books once again this time by smashing through a milestone no Nigerian woman in music had ever reached before.</h3>
<figure id="attachment_825707" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-825707" style="width: 626px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Tems1.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-825707" src="https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Tems1.png" alt="Tems Makes History With Record-Breaking Milestone" width="626" height="393" srcset="https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Tems1.png 626w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Tems1-300x188.png 300w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Tems1-550x345.png 550w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Tems1-150x94.png 150w, https://mp3bullet.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Tems1-450x283.png 450w" sizes="(max-width: 626px) 100vw, 626px" /></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-825707" class="wp-caption-text">Tems Makes History With Record-Breaking Milestone</figcaption></figure>
<p>On Tuesday, September 30, 2025, it was officially confirmed that &#8220;<em>Wait For U</em>,&#8221; her global smash collaboration with <strong>Future</strong> and <strong>Drake</strong>, has sold over 10 million copies in the United States.</p>
<p>That staggering figure places the track in the rare territory often reserved for the Recording Industry Association of America’s (RIAA) coveted Diamond certification.</p>
<p>For <strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/temsbaby?igsh=MXhxNnYybzhoYnJoeg==" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tems</a></strong> real name <strong>Temilade Openiyi t</strong>his is more than just another feather in her cap. It’s proof of her unrivalled influence in the world’s biggest music market.</p>
<p>The song, which stormed to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 back in 2022, had already made her the first African woman to sit on that throne.</p>
<p>It also secured her a Grammy win for Best Melodic Rap Performance, cementing her place among the greats.</p>
<p>But what makes this moment even bigger is how it underscores the global rise of African music.</p>
<p>From her breakout moment lending soul to <strong>Wizkid’s</strong> &#8216;<em>Essence</em>,&#8217; to her critically acclaimed debut album &#8216;<em>Born in the Wild,&#8217;</em> <strong>Tems</strong> has steadily evolved from Lagos newcomer to an international force rewriting the rulebook for Nigerian artists.</p>
<p>Her success isn’t just personal it’s symbolic. Every stream, every sale, every accolade pushes the global Afrobeats wave further into uncharted territory. And with <strong>Tems</strong> at the forefront, the future of African music looks brighter than ever.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">🚨 Tems becomes the FIRST Nigerian female artist to have a single sell over 10 MILLION units in the US with &#8220;WAIT FOR U&#8221; 🔥👏🏽 <a href="https://t.co/c3sunlCygY">pic.twitter.com/c3sunlCygY</a></p>
<p>— 𝗔𝗟𝗕𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 📀 (@AlbumTalksHQ) <a href="https://twitter.com/AlbumTalksHQ/status/1973142374382805454?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 30, 2025</a></p></blockquote>
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