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Nigerian superstar Wizkid has claimed the top spot on Apple Music’s 2025 Replay year-end chart for Sub-Saharan Africa with his latest album, Morayo.
Released in November 2024, the album has dominated streaming platforms across the continent, highlighting Wizkid’s continued influence in the African music scene.
Apple Music’s annual Replay rankings provide insight into the most-streamed albums and artistes in the region, reflecting listening trends for the year. Nigerian artistes dominated the 2025 list, cementing the country’s position as a powerhouse in contemporary African music.
Following Wizkid’s Morayo, Davido’s 5ive came in second place, reinforcing the ongoing dominance of Nigeria’s top-tier artistes. The upper ranks also feature BNXN’s Captain, Burna Boy’s No Sign of Weakness, and Olamide’s self-titled album, which secured fourth, fifth, and sixth positions, respectively.
Rapper Odumodublvck made history by landing two entries on the chart with The Machine Is Coming and Industry Machine, reflecting the rising prominence of Nigerian hip-hop. Other notable artistes appearing on the list include Kizz Daniel, Seyi Vibez, Famous Pluto, Ayo Maff, Fola, Zinoleesky, and Barry Jhay, showcasing the depth and diversity of Nigeria’s music industry.
Here is the full 2025 Apple Music Replay ranking for Sub-Saharan Africa:
1. Morayo – Wizkid
2. 5ive – Davido
3. Ntsako – Kelvin Momo
4. Captain – BNXN
5. No Sign of Weakness – Burna Boy
6. Olamide – Olamide
7. Thato Ma Yodimo – Kelvin Momo
8. Bab’Motha – Kabza De Small
9. Children of Africa – Seyi Vibez
10. Ngomoya – DJ Maphorisa, Xduppy
11. Catharsis – FOLA
12. Shakur (deluxe) – TI Blaze
13. Gen Z – Zinoleesky
14. Lindiwe (deluxe) – Nontokozo Mkhize
15. The Machine Is Coming – Odumodublvck
16. 031 Studio Camp 2.0 – Dlala Thukszin
17. Uncle K: Lemon Chase – Kizz Daniel
18. Industry Machine – Odumodublvck
19. Uzama The 3rd – Famous Pluto
20. Iron Boy – Black Sheriff
21. Prince of the Street – Ayo Maff
22. Barrystar Vol. 1 (deluxe) – Barry Jhay
The rankings highlight the dominance of Nigerian music, with multiple albums appearing at the top and numerous acts gaining international attention. Wizkid’s achievement with Morayo builds on his previous successes, including his Grammy-winning contributions and global collaborations.
This year’s Replay chart demonstrates the impact of streaming platforms in amplifying African music and giving artistes a global audience. Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, and others continue to define the sound of contemporary African music while opening doors for emerging stars like Odumodublvck, Fola, and Zinoleesky.
With Morayo topping Apple Music’s 2025 Replay chart, Wizkid solidifies his position as one of Africa’s most influential artistes, showing that his music resonates with fans far beyond Nigeria’s borders. The artist’s ability to consistently produce hits that dominate streaming platforms highlights his role in shaping the future of African music on a global scale.
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