Wizkid Becomes First African Artist to Hit 11 Billion Spotify Streams

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Wizkid has once again made history after becoming the first African artist to surpass 11 billion streams on Spotify across all credits.

The record-breaking achievement marks another major milestone in the singer’s legendary career and further proves his dominance as one of Africa’s biggest global music exports. The streaming numbers include plays from his solo songs, collaborations, and featured appearances on international hit records.

Over the years, Wizkid has consistently broken barriers for African music on the global stage. From chart-topping songs to sold-out concerts around the world, the Starboy boss has continued to push Afrobeats to international audiences while inspiring millions of upcoming artists across Africa.

One of the major contributors to his massive streaming success remains his globally celebrated collaboration with Drake and Kyla on “One Dance,” a song that became one of Spotify’s most streamed tracks worldwide and helped introduce Afrobeats to a broader international audience.

The Grammy-winning singer has also achieved several groundbreaking records throughout his career, including becoming one of the most streamed African artists of all time and earning multiple international awards and recognitions.

The latest milestone comes amid continued success for Wizkid, whose recent releases and collaborations have continued to dominate streaming platforms and music charts globally.

Fans and celebrities across social media have flooded timelines with congratulatory messages, praising the singer for his consistency, influence, and contribution to the growth of African music worldwide.

With 11 billion Spotify streams now officially crossed, Wizkid continues to cement his legacy as one of the greatest African artists in music history.