Nigerian superstar Wizkid has hit yet another monumental milestone, becoming the first African artist to surpass 100 million Shazams.
The achievement came in the first week of November 2025, shortly after the release of his three-track collaboration project with DJ Tunez and DJ Maphorisa. This record further cements Wizkid’s place as one of Africa’s most-streamed and globally searched-for artists.
For over a decade, Wizkid has consistently delivered music that crosses borders and cultures. His catalogue on Shazam is a testament to his enduring relevance, with tracks that continue to draw millions of new listeners worldwide.
His Grammy-nominated hit ‘Essence’ remains one of the most Shazamed Afrobeats songs ever, while his feature on Drake’s ‘One Dance’ still sits among the Top 100 most Shazamed songs of all time. Both tracks played a major role in introducing his sound to a global audience.
🚨Wizkid has now surpassed 100 MILLION Shazam counts.
He becomes the first African Artist to reach this milestone. pic.twitter.com/vKSVq9RLZM
— HYPETRIBE (@hypetribeng) November 5, 2025
Recently, Wizkid’s joint release with DJ Maphorisa, DJ Tunez, and Mavo, titled ‘Money Constant,’ has been climbing the global Shazam charts.
It’s an Amapiano-infused beat and catchy hook have made it a viral sensation across Africa.
This year’s streaming success is rooted in the momentum of his 2024 album ‘Morayo,’ which racked up 235 million total streams by mid-2025 and produced ‘Kese,’ the most played song on Nigerian radio.
Wizkid has also maintained his chart dominance through strategic collaborations, featuring earlier this year on Ayra Starr’s ‘Gimme Dat’, two tracks on Olamide’s self-titled album, and DJ Tunez’s ‘One Condition’ alongside rising star Fola.
With his unmatched streaming numbers and global search presence, Wizkid continues to solidify his status as a true pioneer of African music on the world stage.