Spotify 2024 Wrapped: Asake Crowned Nigeria’s Most-Streamed Artist, Burna Boy Dominates Internationally

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Afrobeats sensation Asake has been unveiled as Nigeria’s most-streamed artist on Spotify for 2024, cementing his position as one of the country’s top music powerhouses.

Spotify made the announcement during its annual Wrapped recap, which celebrates the year’s most-listened-to artists, albums, and tracks globally.

Asake: A Year of Dominance

Asake’s incredible rise continued this year, with his albums Work of Art, Lungu Boy, and Mr. Money With The Vibe dominating the charts as some of the most-streamed Nigerian albums. His unique sound and consistent delivery have clearly struck a chord with fans, both locally and internationally.

Young Jonn Takes Album of the Year

Producer-turned-artist Young Jonn also made waves, with his album Jiggy Forever earning the title of the most-streamed album of the year on Spotify.

Burna Boy: Nigeria’s Global Export

Burna Boy further solidified his international status, emerging as Nigeria’s most-exported artist. He also made history as the only Nigerian artist to feature in the UK’s Top 100 most-streamed list, showcasing his massive appeal beyond African borders.

Afrobeats Shines Bright

The dominance of these artists on Spotify’s Wrapped highlights the global impact of Afrobeats and Nigerian music in 2024. With stars like Asake, Burna Boy, and Young Jonn leading the charge, the future of the genre looks brighter than ever.

Fans are already anticipating what 2025 will bring as these artists continue to push the boundaries of Nigerian music on the world stage.

Source: DP

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