To commemorate Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day, Apple Music unveiled its top 10 most streamed Nigerian artists and songs.
Grammy-winning singer Burna Boy took the top spot as the biggest Nigerian artist of all time.
Top 10 Nigerian Artists
Following Burna Boy are Wizkid, Davido, Rema, Asake, Tems, Omah Lay, Fireboy DML, BNXN, and Olamide.
Most Streamed Nigerian Songs
Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ remix with Selena Gomez leads the list, followed by Burna Boy’s ‘Last Last’ and Wizkid’s ‘Essence’ featuring Tems. Other top songs include Tems’ ‘Free Mind’, Burna Boy’s ‘Ye’, and ‘Location’ by Dave and Burna Boy.
Apple Music spotlighted nine Afrobeats stars from various Nigerian cities, including 2Baba (Jos), Omah Lay (Port Harcourt), and Odumodublvck (Abuja).
This recognition underscores Nigeria’s vibrant music scene and its growing global influence.