Nigeria’s music sensation, Ayodeji Balogun, aka Wizkid, has officially bagged the crown as Africa’s highest-earning artist on Spotify, and the numbers are absolutely mind-blowing! According to Chart Masters, a leading music statistics platform, Wizkid’s monthly earnings on Spotify hit a jaw-dropping $1 million, making him the reigning king of African music on the streaming giant.
But wait, there’s more! The list of Africa’s top ten Spotify earners is predominantly Nigerian, showcasing the undeniable talent and dominance of Nigerian artists in the global music scene. Here’s a peek at the top earners:
1. Wizkid – $1 million
2. Burna Boy – $782,148
3. Tems – $660,210
4. Tyla (South Africa) – $607,804
5. Davido – $458,615
6. Asake – $451,553
7. Omah Lay – $421,123
8. Ayra Starr – $400,972
9. Rema – $367,973
While Wizkid leads the pack in Africa, on the global stage, Canadian rap icon Drake and American pop sensation Taylor Swift are the titans, raking in $7,717,904 and $7,713,106 respectively each month on Spotify.
This incredible milestone for Wizkid is a testament to his global influence and the power of Nigerian music. Stay tuned to see how these artists continue to shape the future of music across the globe!
