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Wizkid becomes first African artist to surpass 8 billion Spotify streams
Wizkid achieves a historic milestone as the first African artist to surpass 8 billion Spotify streams, cementing his global influence in music.
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Wizkid has achieved a groundbreaking milestone, becoming the first African artist to surpass 8 billion streams on Spotify.
This impressive achievement includes both his lead tracks and featured collaborations, showcasing his immense global appeal.
Leading the charge is his 2016 smash hit with Canadian superstar Drake, One Dance, which remains his most streamed song on Spotify with over 2 billion streams.
The track also holds a Guinness World Record as the first single to reach 1 billion streams on the platform, solidifying its legacy in music history.
Wizkid’s Made In Lagos (Deluxe Edition), his fourth studio album, stands as his most streamed album, amassing approximately 1 billion streams.
The album’s success has played a pivotal role in pushing African music into mainstream global markets.
Meanwhile, Burna Boy, another Nigerian Afrobeats giant, follows closely with 7.2 billion streams, earning him the title of the second most streamed African artist on Spotify.
Burna Boy also holds the distinction of being the platform’s most followed Afrobeats artist, further underscoring the genre’s worldwide appeal.
Wizkid’s achievement not only marks a personal triumph but also highlights the growing influence of African music on the global stage.
The milestone reflects a shift in global listening trends, with Afrobeats emerging as a dominant force in contemporary music.
As Wizkid continues to break records and expand his influence, his Spotify streaming milestone is a testament to the power of African artistry and its ability to resonate with audiences worldwide.
Kesiena Tony Adjekpovu, popularly known as Kess, has said that participating in Big Brother Naija can make life harder, offering a candid reflection on the challenges that may come with the reality television experience.
The former Big Brother Naija housemate made the comment in a statement shared on social media, where he suggested that winning or simply taking part in the reality show does not necessarily make life easier after leaving the house.
“Big Brother makes your life harder,” Kess said.
The remark has drawn attention because life after reality television can bring a different set of expectations, particularly as former housemates adjust to increased public attention and the pressure that can accompany visibility.
Kess was a housemate on the seventh season of Big Brother Naija, which aired in 2022. He entered the show as a businessman and was among the contestants who competed for the season’s grand prize.
His time on the programme also placed him in the public eye, giving viewers an opportunity to follow his personality and relationships inside the house.
Kess’s latest comment offers a more reflective view of the reality TV platform, suggesting that the experience does not end when a contestant leaves the house.
However, he did not provide further details in the available post explaining which specific aspects of life after Big Brother he was referring to.
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