Nigerian artists continue to make a significant impact on the global music stage, securing high positions on Spotify’s list of the most-streamed artists in sub-Saharan Africa for 2023.
Leading the Nigerian contingent, Burna Boy claims the second spot, showcasing his Grammy-winning prowess. Asake follows closely at the third position, building on the success of his second album, ‘Work of Art.’ Davido secures the fourth position, fueled by the popularity of his record-breaking fourth album, ‘Timeless,’ the most streamed in sub-Saharan Africa in 2023.
Omah Lay, with his hit singles ‘Soso‘ and ‘Reason,’ earns the fifth spot, while Rema, known for his global success with ‘Calm Down,‘ takes the seventh position.
This remarkable presence of Nigerian artists highlights the continued dominance and influence of Nigerian mainstream music on the international music scene.
Here are the top 10 most-streamed artists:
1. Drake
2. Burna Boy
3. Asake
4. Davido
5. Omah Lay
6. The Weeknd
7. Rema
8. Chris Brown
9. Travis Scott
10. 21 Savage