Nigerian music superstar Wizkid has made history once again, becoming the first African artist to surpass 10 billion total streams on Spotify, a feat that underscores his global impact and the continued rise of Afrobeats music on the world stage. 

The milestone, confirmed by recent streaming figures, shows that Wizkid has now amassed more than 10 billion streams across all credits on Spotify as of early January 2026. This achievement not only cements his legacy but also marks a major moment for African music in the global streaming era. 

Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, has been at the forefront of Afrobeats for more than a decade. His journey from local sensation to global superstar has been shaped by consistent releases, strategic collaborations, and a sound that resonates across continents. 

One of the most significant contributors to his streaming total is the global hit “One Dance” with Drake and Kyla, which alone accounts for nearly four billion streams on Spotify. That track remains one of the most streamed songs on the platform of all time and was a pivotal release in bringing Wizkid and Afrobeats to international attention. 

In addition to that global smash, Wizkid’s catalogue includes fan favorites like “Essence” featuring Tems, which has also garnered hundreds of millions of streams, further boosting his overall numbers. 

His 2020 album Made in Lagos Deluxe is another standout project, now counted among his most streamed works on the platform with over a billion streams on its own. 

Leading African Artists on Spotify

While Wizkid now leads African artists in total Spotify streams, other stars are closing in with impressive numbers of their own. According to the latest counts, Burna Boy follows with more than 9.5 billion streams, while Rema, Tems, and South African breakout star Tyla also boast billions of plays on the platform. 

Nigerian artist Ayra Starr also makes the list with over three billion streams, demonstrating the breadth of African talent making waves in digital music consumption. 

Wizkid’s achievement highlights more than personal success. It reflects a wider shift in how African music is consumed and appreciated globally. Streaming platforms like Spotify have enabled artists from the continent to reach international audiences without traditional barriers, bringing Afrobeats into playlists, charts, and radio rotations around the world. 

His milestone also shows how collaborations with international artists have helped elevate African sounds. Working with global stars like Drake, Beyoncé, and Chris Brown has broadened his reach and introduced millions of listeners to Afrobeats rhythms. 

Industry observers say this historic milestone is part of a larger narrative: African artists are no longer niche players on the global scene. Instead, they are central to mainstream music trends, garnering billions of streams and headlining major festivals and venues worldwide.