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The Nigerian Music Industry is one of the biggest in the world right now, and between 2019 and 2021, it has transitioned internationally at an extremely quick pace. Below is the list of Top Nigerian Artists with highest listeners on Spotify.
19) Yemi Alade
Yemi Alade has 1.1 million monthly listeners on Spotify
Most streamed songs: Johnny, Deceive, My Power, I Choose You
Albums: EMPRESS, WOMAN OF STEEL, MAMA AFRICA
Read: Yemi Alade: ‘EMPRESS’ album review
Most people are actually shocked that Yemi Alade has such a huge fan base. But then, it is expected, and what adds to garnering such a fan base is that she is a successful touring artiste and is, in fact, one of the best touring artists Africa can boast of.
This helps her build a fan base in several countries.
In fact, she disclosed in an interview that many people fly from their countries just to watch her perform whenever she tours.
She is the first female African singer to reach one million subscribers on YouTube.
She signed with Effyzie music group after winning a peak talent show and has been with the label ever since. Her notable works (Albums) include: ‘Mama Africa’, ‘Woman of Steel’ and ‘Empress’
Currently, Yemi Alade is the most followed woman in Nigeria
Listen to Yemi Alade on Spotify
18) L.A.X
L.A.X has 2M monthly listeners on Spotify
Most streamed songs: “Sempe,” “Go Low” “Run Away”
Albums: BAL Sombre, Zaza Vibes
L.A.X. has evolved as an artist, and his growth is undeniable. He has groomed himself to become one of Nigeria’s finest singers without undue pressure or competition.
Click here to listen to LAX on Spotify.
17) Olamide
Olamide has 2M monthly listeners on Spotify
Albums: UY SCUTI, CARPE DIEM, 999
Most streamed songs: Infinity, Loading, Motigbana, Carpe Diem, Uy Scuti
In the Nigerian Music Scene, Olamide has become a legend. He has found a way to become highly relevant with each era of music in Nigeria.
The guy does not rest! After dropping the hit album “Carpe Diem” in 2020, he has again shown that he is a force to be reckoned with, especially with the release of his masterclass album “UY SCUTI.”
Olamide owns YBNL Record Label and has successfully signed two breakout artists- Omah Lay and Fireboy Dml
Listen to Olamide on Spotify
16) Tiwa Savage
Tiwa Savage has 2.1M monthly listeners on Spotify
Most streamed songs: Ma lo, Koroba, Temptation, Somebody’s Son
Albums: Celia, R.E.D, SUGARCANE
Tiwa Savage has come a long way in the music industry and has carved such a niche for herself that it is impossible to doubt or question her success. In the early years of her life, she used to sing backup for Mary J. Blige.
Yes, that is how far she has come. Even though she is quite older than her counterparts, she proves she is never out of touch by dishing out sizzling singles, her latest album, Celia, and her EP, “Water and Garri.”
Tiwa was formerly signed to Mavin Records, owned by Don Jazzy, and she was with the label for a long time. However, around 2019, she switched up and signed to the international Music label Universal Music Group.
Her dedication and dexterity in her craft explain how she is one of the most followed people in Nigeria. Her notable works (albums) include Celia (2020), Sugarcane (EP)
Listen to Tiwa Savage on Spotify
15) Adekunle Gold
Adekunle Gold has 2.1M monthly listeners on Spotify
Most streamed songs: High, Sinner
Albums: 27, Afropop Vol 1, Catch me if you can
With breakthrough hit songs like “Orente,” “No Forget,” and “Ire,” Adekunle Gold has paid his dues in the industry. He has really come a long way and was once signed to Olamide’s record label, YBNL. We can’t get over his new album.
Listen to Adekunle Gold on Spotify
14) Joeboy
Joeboy has 2.3M monthly listeners on Spotify
Album: “Somewhere Between Beauty and Magic”
Most streamed songs: Sip (Alcohol), Baby, Door, Abeg
Joseph Akinwale, popularly known by his stage name- Joeboy, was discovered by Mr Eazi in 2017. Joeboy officially released songs in 2019, but the kind of massive success the songs had is enough to doubt that the 24-year-old is a newcomer.
With the release of his songs “Baby” and “Beginning,” which surpassed 25 million views on YouTube upon release, Joeboy was set for a successful music career.
In 2021, Joeboy blessed Nigeria with the release of his hit single “Alcohol.”
Listen to Joeboy on Spotify
13) 1DA BANTON
1Da Banton has 2.4M monthly listeners on Spotify
Most Streamed songs: No Wahala, No Wahala Remix, No Sleeping
It is no longer news that No Wahala by 1da Banton was one of the biggest hits of 2021.
No Wahala was played everywhere in the country, and even though 1da Banton is an upcoming artist,
No Wahala has catapulted him into the limelight. The music video for No Wahala has now surpassed 15 million views on YouTube.
That is indeed a success! But the biggest news is that No Wahala has landed a remix with Kizz Daniel and Tiwa Savage- Two GOATS!
12) Kizz Daniel
Kizz Daniel has 3.1M monthly listeners on Spotify
Most Streamed Songs: “Nesesari,” “Lie” “Eh God,” “Pour me water, Buga, Cough”
Albums: “King of Love,” “Barnabas,” “No bad Songz”
The King of Love himself. Kizz Daniel has to be the most versatile male artiste Nigeria can ever boast of. Singlehandedly, he produced three hot singles off his “Barnabas” EP- which is a classic.
Kizz Daniel is here to stay for a long time; his raw talent proves that!
Click here to listen to Kizz Daniel on Spotify
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11) Buju {BNXN}
Buju has 3.6M monthly listeners on Spotify
Most Streamed songs: “Italy {Refix},“ “Mood,“ “Feeling,“ and “Lenu.”
Albums: “24hrs in Lagos City”, “Sorry I’m late, Bad Since ’97”
Buju has been serving Nigerians a lot of hit songs back to back since his break into the music industry. He has a unique sound that makes you want to listen to his genre of music separately.
Buju describes his genre of music as “Afrofusion.”
Buju- Real name “Daniel Benson”, coined his stage name from “Beauty Underneath Just Understood” {BUJU}.
However, Buju recently changed his name to BNXN
Fans are really thrilled about his forthcoming album!
Click here to listen to BUJU on Spotify
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10) MR EAZI
Mr. Eazi has 4.3 million monthly listeners on Spotify
MR Eazi’s success can be largely attributed to his breaking into the Caribbean, Latino, and Spanish communities.
They love him. This love has always placed him at the top of the charts and ensured his projects do very well on streaming platforms.
Most streamed songs: COMO UN BEBE, Lento, Leg over
ALBUMS: LIFE IS EAZI VOL 1, LIFE IS EAZI VO1 2, SOMETHING ELSE
Listen to Mr Eazi on Spotify
9) Ayra Starr
Ayra Starr has 4.7M monthly listeners on Spotify
Most streamed songs: Bloody Samaritan, Fashion Killer, Away, Beggie Beggie
Album(s): Ayra Starr, 19 & Dangerous
If anyone has forged a completely talent-based career for herself in the music industry, it’s Ayra Starr. True, Ayra was made popular based on Don Jazzy’s credibility, but people could have chosen to reject her.
She is talented, her sound is dynamic, and she knows about music, hence the attention.
After the release of her eponymous debut EP, “Ayra Starr,” in 2022 and her debut album, “19 & Dangerous,” Ayra Starr charted on Billboard as the next big sound.
She also had a smash hit off her debut album. “Bloody Samaritan” and Rush, off her deluxe
Listen to Ayra Starr on Spotify
8) Omah Lay
Omah Lay has 4.7 million monthly listeners on Spotify
Most streamed songs: Bad Influence, Godly, Damn
ALBUMS: GET LAYD, WHAT HAVE WE DONE?
Omah Lay’s breakout was well thought out and deserved. He was a record producer before he became a singer.
The releases of his EP- “Get Layd” and “What Have We Done” were to critical acclaim.
His latest album, “Boy Alone” spawned amazing hits like “Woman” and “Soso”
7) Davido
Davido has 6.2 million monthly listeners on Spotify
(See more detailed Davido’s Spotify Stats here)
Most streamed songs: Fall, Know your worth, D&G, Jowo
ALBUMS: A GOOD TIME, A BETTER TIME, SON OF MERCY
Of course, the top spot always goes to Davido, not only because he comes from a wealthy family but also because he is talented.
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Over the years, David (David Adeleke) has built a successful career and a very interesting lifestyle.
People always talk about him, and he trends on Twitter at least four times a month.
But that is not just all, he has worked well in building his music career, headlining shows and touring several cities.
Davido is Nigerian-American because he was born in America but was raised in Nigeria. His notable works include: “A Better Time” Album), “A good time” and “Son of mercy” (EP)
Davido is currently the most followed person in Nigeria
Listen to Davido on Spotify
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6) Fireboy Dml
Fireboy Dml has 8M monthly listeners on Spotify
Albums: Apollo, Laughter, Tears and Goosebumps, Playboy
Most Streamed Songs: Peru, Peru remix, Running, Vibration, Sere
Ademola Adefolahan, known by his stage name Fireboy Dml, is a popular Nigerian singer signed to YBNL Nation- a record label owned by Olamide.
Fireboy Dml has had a lot of success in the Nigerian industry, although he just made his official debut in 2019 with his first studio album, “Laughter, Tears, and Goosebumps.”
Within three years, Fireboy has gone from being a household name in Nigeria to becoming a global superstar, especially with the release of “Peru” in 2021. Now, it’s a remix by popular British singer Ed Sheeran.
The “Peru” remix garnered ten million views on YouTube within the first week of its release and unseated Adele’s “Easy on Me ” on the London Apple Music Chart.
It has also earned a Brit Single Certification
Listen to Fireboy Dml on Spotify
5) Wizkid
Wizkid has 9.1 million monthly listeners on Spotify
(See more detailed Wizkid Spotify stats here)
Most streamed songs: Essence, Ginger, Joro
ALBUMS: MADE IN LAGOS. SUPERSTAR, AYO, SOUNDS FROM THE OTHER SIDE
Wizkid is the G.O.A.T of music in Nigeria, Africa, and foreign countries. Wizkid has to be the most successful artiste Nigeria ever has. Drake collaborated with him in 2012, and the song became a smash hit. Beyoncé’s ‘Brown Skin Girl’ also has him on it.
If America can boast of Kanye West, Jay Z, and Drake, then Africa can boast of Wizkid with a chest thump. His recent album, “Made in Lagos,” broke so many records—just too many. It also charted on Billboard’s World Album Chart for several weeks after its release and is still charting on many charts to this day.
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The release of his hit song “Essence” featuring Justin Bieber is the talk of the world now
His notable works (Albums) are: ‘Made in Lagos’ and ‘Ayo
Listen to Wizkid on Spotify
4) Ckay
Ckay has 14.4 Million monthly listeners on spotify
Ckay debuted in 2019, but his art has skyrocketed in his music. Surprisingly, he has not released an album yet.
He makes music differently. With a unique touch and connective vibes. His hit song “Love nwantiti” recently took over TikTok and made history as the First African Artist to hit 20 million monthly Spotify listeners.
That guy is a gem!
Most streamed songs: Love Nwantiti, Kiss Me Like You Miss Me, Felony.
EPs: Ckay The First, Boyfriend, Sad Romance (Album)
3) Tems
Tems has 14.7 million monthly listeners on Spotify
Most streamed songs: Essence, Damages, Free Mind
EP: FOR BROKEN EARS, If Orange Was a Place
Tems has had its good in the Nigerian music industry. In the female category, she has the most monthly listeners on Spotify in Nigeria. The release of her EP “For Broken Ears” and her collaboration with Wizkid brought her massive success.
Consequently, her collaboration with Drake and the release of her sophomore EP, “For Broken Ears,” have shot her into the global sphere.
In September, Tems met Rihanna in Rihanna’s Savage and Fenty show
Listen to Tems on Spotify
2) Burna Boy
Burna Boy has 16.5 million monthly listeners on Spotify
Most streamed songs: Location, on the Low, ye, Last Last
A legend. Well, because he is the first Nigerian male artist to win a Grammy for an original work! With two Grammy nominations and one win, Burna Boy has transcended the national space into the international space. He’s had major collaborations with Justin Bieber and Sia on their latest albums.
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His notable albums are Twice as Tall and African Giant
Listen to Burna Boy on Spotify
1) Rema
Rema has 28.7 million monthly listeners on Spotify
Most streamed songs: Dumebi, Dimension, 44, Soundgasm
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Rema’s break was meteoric. He signed to Mavin Records and released “Iron Man”, “Dumebi” and “Woman”.
He just recently his debut album “Rave and Roses“.
Listen to Rema on Spotify
Top Nigerian artists with the highest listeners on Spotify (December 2022)
1) Rema: 28.7 Million
2) Burna Boy: 16.5 Million
3) Tems: 14.7 Million
4) Ckay: 14.4 Million
5) Wizkid: 9.1 Million
6) Fireboy DML: 8 Million
7) Davido: 6.2 Million
8) Omah Lay: 4.7 Million
9) Ayra Starr: 4.7 Million
10) Mr Eazi: 4.3 Million
Therefore, Rema is currently the Top Nigerian Artist with the most listeners on Spotify, with over 28M Monthly listeners.
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