Ever wondered who the top African artists with the highest reported revenue per show are?
Mp3bullet has got you covered as we highlight the top 20 African artists with the highest reported revenue per show.
The data is a compilation from Boxscore, sourced from Touring Data, Bloomberg, and Pollstar, the official concert ticket tracking systems.
In recent years, African artists have been setting records on streaming platforms and delivering spectacular performances both domestically and internationally across Afrobeat, Afro-fusion, and R&B genres. Predominantly, Nigerian artists have dominated this list.
Here’s the rundown of African artists with the highest revenue per show:
1. Burna Boy: La Defense Arena – $2.86 Million
Burna Boy made history by being the first African musician to sell out the 40,000-capacity Paris La Defense Arena in Paris, France, with 36,585 tickets sold. This historic achievement distinguishes him as the first African musician to fill a stadium in Europe.
Notably, Burna Boy’s concert at the Paris La Defense Arena surpassed the success of 50 Cent’s performance at the same venue. With ticket sales grossing over $2.86 million, Burna Boy’s sold-out show outperformed 50 Cent’s concert, which grossed $2.45 million.
2. Burna Boy: Madison Square Garden – $1.57 Million
Burna Boy has etched his name in history as the first African musician to “shut down” Madison Square Garden with a historic concert. The event witnessed an impressive 13,586 tickets sold, generating over $2.86 million in revenue.
3. Burna Boy : Ziggo Dome – $1.56 Million
Burna Boy continues to set remarkable records, adding another feather to his cap as the African giant becomes the first African artist to sell out the Ziggo Dome during his recent European tour.
The Nigerian singer achieved a full house at the 17,000-capacity dome in Amsterdam, where he hosted his Space Drift Concert. The event garnered a gross revenue of $1.56 million, further solidifying Burna Boy’s status as a trailblazer in African music on the global stage.
4. Burna Boy: Capital One Arena – $1.43 Million
Burna Boy’s trailblazing journey continues as he sells out the capacity of Capital One Arena in Washington, DC, USA. With an impressive 14,688 tickets sold, the event generated over $1.43 million in revenue.
5. Burna Boy: O2 Arena – $1.34 Million
The African Giant made history by captivating London with his headline concert at the O2 Arena during his ‘Space Drift Arena Tour’. The event saw the complete sell-out of the O2 Arena in London, UK, with an impressive 15,165 tickets sold, generating over $1.34 million in revenue.
6. Burna Boy: BMO Stadium – $1.22 Million
Burna Boy continues his groundbreaking career by selling out BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, California, USA. Over $1.22 million was made from the event’s remarkable 10,684 ticket sales.
7. Wizkid: Madison Square Garden – $1 Million
Following his unforgettable performance at the ‘More Love, Less Ego’ concert at Madison Square Garden (MSG) in the US, reports have emerged regarding Wizkid’s earnings from the event. The renowned artist graced the stage of the 20,000-capacity arena in New York, delivering a performance that will go down in history. With ticket sales surpassing 12,000 at $77 per ticket, the event generated over $1 million in revenue, solidifying Wizkid’s status as a global superstar.
8. Wizkid: O2 Arena – $958,489
Wizkid’s groundbreaking journey persists as he fills every seat at the O2 Arena in London, UK. With an astounding 16,938 tickets sold, the event amassed over $958,000 in revenue, underscoring Wizkid’s immense popularity and undeniable talent.
9. Burna Boy: State Farm Arena – $900,024
In Atlanta, Georgia, USA, Burna Boy sells out State Farm Arena, continuing his revolutionary career. 12,753 tickets were sold for the event, earning over $900,000.
10. Burna Boy: OAKLAND Arena – $885,278
Burna Boy made history by electrifying the Oakland Arena with an unforgettable concert. With an impressive 9,436 tickets sold, the event raked in over $885,000 in revenue, marking a significant milestone in Burna Boy’s career and solidifying his status as a global icon.
11. Davido: Capital One Arena – $884,147
Davido electrifying performance at the Capital One Arena in Washington, DC, captivating the audience with moments of magic and unforgettable experiences throughout the night. The concert, held at the packed Capital One Arena, witnessed the sale of 8,577 tickets, generating an impressive revenue of over $884,000.
12. Asake: Barclays Center – $866,409
Asake has once again etched his name in history by becoming the first African artist to headline and sell out a show at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. The concert, held at the packed arena, saw an incredible 8,464 tickets sold, resulting in revenue exceeding $866,409. Attendees were treated to a mesmerizing evening featuring a dramatic entrance, captivating choreography, and a showcase of the singer’s expanding repertoire of hit songs.
13. Burna Boy: Hallenstadion – $822,939
Burna Boy continues his groundbreaking career by selling out the Hallenstadion in Zürich, Switzerland. Over $822,939 was made from the event’s remarkable 8,827 ticket sales.
14. Burna Boy: Addition Financial Arena – $636,923
Burna Boy’s groundbreaking journey persists as he fills every seat at the Addition Financial Arena in Orlando, UK. With an astounding 7,137 tickets sold, the event amassed over $636,923 in revenue
15. Davido: State Farm Arena – $599,343
Davido made waves by shutting down the State Farm Arena in Atlanta with an incredible performance. With an impressive 11,246 tickets sold, the event generated over $599,343 in revenue, highlighting Davido’s immense popularity and undeniable talent.
16. Burna Boy: American Airlines Center – $559,332
Burna Boy’s trailblazing journey continues as he sells out the capacity of the American Airlines Center in Dallas, USA. With an impressive 6,050 tickets sold, the event generated $559,332 in revenue.
17. Burna Boy: Climate Pledge Arena – $495,533
Burna Boy’s remarkable journey of success persists as he fills the Climate Pledge Arena in Washington, USA, to capacity. With an impressive 5980 tickets sold, the event amassed a revenue of $495,533.
18. Burna Boy: Rogers Place – $450,087
In Alberta, Canada, Burna Boy ignites the stage at Rogers Place, furthering his revolutionary career. With a blazing concert, he sells 6770 tickets for the event, resulting in a gross revenue of $450,087.
19. Burna Boy: 3Arena – $378, 802
As the first Nigerian Afrobeats artist to sell out Dublin, Ireland’s famous 3Arena, Burna Boy made history. The event pulled in an astounding $378,802 when all 7,504 tickets were sold, indicating a major turning point in Burna Boy’s career and securing his standing as a major force in the music industry worldwide.
20. Tiwa Savage: O2 Academy Brixton – $344,500
Tiwa Savage delivered a captivating and brilliant performance at the O2 Academy Brixton in London. This marked her first solo concert since her 02 Indigo show in 2018, where she made history as the first African female artist to headline at the venue. With an impressive 5,300 tickets sold, the event grossed $344,500 in revenue, showcasing Tiwa Savage’s enduring popularity and talent.