- Nigerian artistes have been consistent in pushing Afrobeats and Nigerian music globally
- With the advent of music streaming platforms like Spotify, there have been tremendous records of feats by Nigerian artistes
- TheRadar curated a list of the highest-streamed Nigerian albums on Spotify from 2014 to 2024
Every year, Nigerian artistes consistently release albums that captivate fans. 2024 stands out as an exceptional year, showcasing numerous high-profile albums that have further resonated with listeners worldwide.
The consistency proves the growing global popularity of Afrobeats, which has a remarkable spotlight showcasing the creativity and versatility of Nigerian singers.
One cannot take away the tremendous impact of music-streaming platforms in pushing the popular music genre beyond the borders of Nigeria.
Spotify, being one of the biggest streaming platforms, has seen Nigerian artistes with their songs and albums top charts both locally and internationally.
Recognising the quality and global reach of Nigerian albums, TheRadar spotlights the highest-streamed albums on Spotify in the past 10 years (2014 - 2024).
Nigerian albums with highest yearly streams on Spotify (2014 to 2024)
- 2014: Double Trouble — Psquare
- 2015: On a Spaceship — Burna Boy
- 2016: Last Daze of Summer — Maleek Berry
- 2017: Sounds From the Other Side — Wizkid
- 2018: Outside — Burna Boy
- 2019: African Giant — Burna Boy
- 2020: Made in Lagos DLX — Wizkid
- 2021: 19 & Dangerous DLX — Ayra Starr
- 2022: Rave & Roses ULTRA — Rema
- 2023: I Told Them — Burna Boy
- 2024: The Year I Turned 21 — Ayra Starr
Meanwhile, the data shows that the self-acclaimed ‘African Giant’ has the highest entry with four of his albums: On a Spaceship, Outside, African Giant, and I Told Them. This is closely followed by Wizkid and Ayra Starr, who both have two entries, with their albums being the highest for their designated year.
Ayra Starr’s entries, her debut 19 & Dangerous (2021) and her sophomore The Year I Turned 21 (2024), prove her consistency and quality production since her breakout.
10 major brand deals that make Davido most sought-after Afrobeats artiste
Earlier, TheRadar reported that Afrobeats sensational singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has proven his worth over the years by partnering with businesses through endorsement deals.
With his solid fanbase and social media presence as one of the most followed Nigerian celebrities, Davido always attracts mouth-watering endorsement offers.
In this piece, TheRadar spotlighted notable moments Davido signed endorsement deals to become the most endorsed Nigerian singer of all time. From Puma, to Martell, to Munch It and Viva, Davido represents these businesses with as much passion as he does to his music.
