Asake holds four spots among the 10 most-streamed songs ever on Spotify Nigeria. His track ‘Remember’, taken from his second album Work of Art, sits at No. 1 as the platform’s most-streamed song of all time in Nigeria. The song has enjoyed sustained popularity across streaming platforms and social media, continuing to gain traction yearly.
Wizkid’s hit single ‘Joro’ has achieved Platinum certification in France, marking another international milestone for the Nigerian star. The recognition was announced on February 23 by Syndicat National de l'Édition Phonographique (SNEP), France’s official music certification authority. The song crossed 30 million streams in the country, meeting the Platinum benchmark under SNEP’s current criteria.
A longform spotlight on Phyno—background, sound, and essential listening.
Street pop standout Ayo Maff returns with a faith-driven single that arrives just as Muslims begin the Ramadan fast, blending spirituality with his signature “Afro Adura” style. Meanwhile, Mavo keeps his momentum alive with another high-energy release, and Ayra Starr makes her first appearance of 2025 on a smooth Franco-R&B collaboration. Veteran rapper Zoro also teams up with drill star Jeriq for a gritty new anthem.
Drake has once again secured his position as the world’s top-selling rapper, marking an impressive eleven-year streak at the summit. The recognition comes from the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI), which released its 2025 Global Artist Chart confirming his dominance.
While revisiting his discography, it becomes clear that BOJ has a rare talent for expressing the emotional intricacies of romance. Love is often reduced to simple declarations of desire and devotion, wrapped in lush, slow-burning production. And though crafting infectious melodies about longing is part of being a romantic artist, it shouldn’t be the only measure. Real love is layered. It’s messy, thrilling, vulnerable, and sometimes self-destructive. BOJ’s music embraces all of that.
The project includes three songs — “Bae (Jolly),” “Stay” featuring Lyta, and “Oh Mama” — each highlighting a different dimension of his sound. “Bae (Jolly)” brings lively, romantic energy with infectious melodies and bright instrumentation. “Stay” offers a more emotional tone, blending smooth Afrobeats production with strong vocal synergy between both performers. In contrast, “Oh Mama” embraces cultural themes, drawing heavily from Highlife traditions and storytelling.
When Dremo released his freestyle “Man2Man” on January 9, 2026, it served as a moment of honesty and reflection. The rapper used the track to address lingering tensions and personal disputes, aiming to begin the year on a fresh note.
On February 17, 2026, Drake became the first artist in Spotify history to have 300 songs exceed 100 million streams. The milestone was reached after “Mine,” his collaboration with Beyoncé, crossed the 100 million mark. Other major streaming figures such as Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, The Weeknd, and Justin Bieber trail behind, further underscoring his dominance in the streaming era.
A longform spotlight on Asake—background, sound, and essential listening.
During the week of the Grammy Awards, Tyla confirmed backstage that her second studio album, A-Pop, is on the way. The announcement came after she won Best African Music Performance for her song Push 2 Start—her second straight win in that category, making her the first artist to achieve that feat. She also revealed plans for a tour.
Over the years, Nigerian pop music has produced several landmark songs that highlight the creativity and ambition of its biggest stars. Among these classics, few records have had the lasting cultural and artistic impact of 2Baba’s 2004 R&B masterpiece, “African Queen.” The song not only became one of the finest individual performances in Nigerian pop history but also helped reshape how music from Nigeria was viewed globally.
