Nigerian Music Titans: Leading the Streaming Charge with Multiple 500 Million Stream Albums
The Nigerian music industry continues to grow exponentially, with its top artists achieving remarkable global milestones. Among these achievements is surpassing 500 million streams on Spotify for multiple albums, a testament to their consistency, creativity, and widespread appeal. Below is a closer look at the Nigerian artists who have crossed this impressive mark:
Burna Boy – 3 Albums Surpassing 500 Million Streams
Burna Boy, often regarded as one of the pioneers of modern Afrobeats’ global expansion, leads the list with three albums exceeding the 500-million-stream milestone.
- Love, Damini
Burna Boy’s 2022 album Love, Damini blends Afrobeats with pop, reggae, and R&B, featuring hits like Last Last and For My Hand (featuring Ed Sheeran). The album was both a commercial success and a critical darling, cementing his status as an international superstar. - African Giant
This iconic 2019 project, which earned Burna Boy his first Grammy nomination, includes fan favorites such as Anybody, On The Low, and Ye. The album played a significant role in popularizing Afrobeats on the global stage. - I Told Them
Burna Boy’s 2023 album I Told Them showcases his versatility by blending elements of hip-hop, Afrobeats, and reggae. It features tracks like City Boys and Cheat On Me (featuring Dave) that quickly became fan favorites and contributed to its massive streaming success.
