Nigerian Superstar Leads the Continent’s Chart as Global Artists Drake and Taylor Swift Dominate Worldwide
Nigerian music sensation Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has been recognized as Africa’s highest-earning artist on Spotify, raking in a staggering $1 million in monthly revenue.
The announcement was made by Chart Masters, a leading music statistics platform that tracks artist earnings globally. Wizkid’s remarkable achievement places him at the top of the African music earnings chart, reflecting the global appeal and influence of his music.
Nigeria Dominates the African Top 10
The list of Africa’s top Spotify earners is dominated by Nigerian artists, with South African singer Tyla as the sole exception. Burna Boy follows closely behind Wizkid, earning $782,148 monthly, while Tems takes third place with $660,210.
Here’s the full list of Africa’s top 10 Spotify earners:
- Wizkid – $1 million
- Burna Boy – $782,148
- Tems – $660,210
- Tyla (South Africa) – $607,804
- Davido – $458,615
- Asake – $451,553
- Omah Lay – $421,123
- Ayra Starr – $400,972
- Rema – $367,973
Global Rankings: Drake and Taylor Swift Lead
On the global stage, Canadian rapper Drake and American singer Taylor Swift are Spotify’s top earners, generating $7,717,904 and $7,713,106 in monthly revenue, respectively.
Wizkid’s achievement highlights the growing global prominence of Afrobeat artists and underscores the potential of African music to captivate audiences worldwide.
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