In a testament to the growing influence of African music globally, a list of the top 20 African artists with the highest number of Spotify monthly listeners has been released. Tyla, a South African artist, takes the top spot with an impressive 33.4 million monthly listeners.
The list showcases the diversity and talent of African music, with artists from Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, and other African countries making the cut. Rema, a Nigerian artist, comes in second with 25.6 million monthly listeners, followed by Ayra Starr, another Nigerian artist, with 24.3 million.
Tems, a Nigerian singer, takes the fourth spot with 16.2 million monthly listeners, while Burna Boy, a Nigerian artist, rounds out the top five with 15.3 million. Sofiya Nzau, a Kenyan artist, makes a notable appearance at number six with 9.8 million monthly listeners.
The list also includes other notable African artists such as Wizkid, Davido, and Kizz Daniel, who have all made significant contributions to the global music scene.
This list is a testament to the growing popularity of African music worldwide and the impact that these artists are having on the global music industry. With their unique sounds and styles, they are breaking down barriers and paving the way for future generations of African artists.
Here is the full list of the top 20 African artists with the highest number of Spotify monthly listeners:
- Tyla – 33.4 million
- Rema – 25.6 million
- Ayra Starr – 24.3 million
- Tems – 16.2 million
- Burna Boy – 15.3 million
- Sofiya Nzau – 9.8 million
- Omah Lay – 9.51 million
- CKay – 9.5 million
- Wizkid – 9.35 million
- Soolking – 9.1 million
- Libianca – 8.7 million
- Davido – 8.5 million
- Fireboy – 7.9 million
- Seether – 6.95 million
- Tempoe – 6.73 million
- Victony – 6.71 million
- Asake – 6.35 million
- Amaarae – 6.3 million
- Kizz Daniel – 4.9 million
- BNXN – 4.65 million
Congratulations to these talented artists on their achievements!
