In a moment that feels like both a personal triumph and a collective victory for a continent, Wizkid has officially surpassed 10 billion total streams on Spotify across his entire career, making him the first African artiste to achieve this. A cumulative figure spanning his solo catalogue, lead vocals, and features.
Leads Africa’s Streaming Leaderboard
As of early January 2026, Wizkid leads Africa’s streaming leaderboard, with Burna Boy (over 9.5 billion), Rema (around 5.6 billion), Tems (4.4+ billion), Tyla (3.7 billion), and Ayra Starr (3.3 billion). Wizkid commands 13.8 million monthly listeners on Spotify.
Journey to 10 Billion Streams
The journey to this peak is a masterclass in longevity, which comes from the 2016 collaboration “One Dance” with Drake and Kyla, which alone has amassed nearly 4 billion streams.
The 2020 release of Made In Lagos (Deluxe Edition) further solidified his global presence. Tracks like “Essence” featuring Tems have over 334 million streams and earned platinum certification, with a Justin Bieber remix extending its reach even further. The tracks “Ginger”, featuring Burna Boy, and “Faith” embody consistency: hits that endure, not just trend. The deluxe edition alone has crossed 1 billion streams, making it Wizkid’s most-streamed project.
Rise From Early Anthems
Wizkid’s rise didn’t happen overnight. It traces back to early anthems like “Holla at Your Boy” (2011), the breakthrough remix of “Ojuelegba” with Drake and Skepta (2015), and features like “Brown Skin Girl” with Beyoncé. Each release strengthened his position on the global stage.
Afrobeats’ Global Dominance
Wizkid’s 10 billion streams symbolize more than personal glory. It marks Afrobeats’ maturity as a dominant global genre, inspiring a new generation while proving that sounds rooted in African soil can conquer the charts without compromise.
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