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Victony’s Outlaw Surpasses 350 Million Streams on Spotify, Becomes Third African EP to Achieve Milestone
Fast-rising Afrobeats sensation Victony has etched his name into African music history as his debut extended play, Outlaw, crosses a staggering 350 million streams on global music platform Spotify.
The streaming feat places Outlaw among the elite ranks of African projects, making it only the third EP from the continent to achieve such numbers on Spotify—a testament to both Victony’s growing global appeal and the rising dominance of Afrobeats on the world stage.
Originally released in 2022, Outlaw signalled the arrival of a bold, genre-blending artist capable of merging sonic elegance with lyrical depth.
The EP’s breakout track, Soweto quickly gained viral momentum, first across African airwaves and later globally. The song’s rhythm and catchy refrain resonated with fans across borders, spawning multiple remixes featuring international stars like Don Toliver and Nigerian peer Rema.
🚨JUST IN: @vict0ny’s “Outlaw” EP has surpassed 350 MILLION Spotify streams🔥
— His FIRST ever project & the THIRD African EP to hit this mark on the platform 👏🏽 pic.twitter.com/EqiiViWqvD
— 𝗔𝗟𝗕𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 📀 (@AlbumTalksHQ) May 19, 2025
These collaborations helped push the project far beyond its local roots, opening new doors for Victony and introducing a broader audience to his unique sound.
The streaming success of Outlaw not only reflects Victony’s remarkable ascent as a newcomer but also underscores the expanding reach of Afrobeats in global music spaces.
Emerging stars like Victony are playing a key role in amplifying the genre’s voice internationally, reinforcing Nigeria’s position as a powerhouse in contemporary music.
With more music reportedly on the way and his fan base growing rapidly across continents, Victony’s latest achievement affirms his status as one of the most exciting talents shaping the future of African sound.