Afrobeats – African Music Blog
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The African Giant Headlines AFCON Finale in Rabat Tonight
The African Giant is taking over! Burna Boy headlines the AFCON Fan Zone finale in Rabat tonight, January 16. Expect an explosive performance as he leads a massive lineup to close out the tournament. Don’t miss the Grammy winner bringing the “No Sign of Weakness” energy to Morocco. One last show, one massive night! 🦍🔥…
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Wizkid makes a new record
Wizkid’s “Essence” featuring Tems and Justin Bieber has officially surpassed 160 million streams on Pandora. This milestone makes it the first African song to reach this mark on the U.S.-exclusive platform, further solidifying Afrobeats’ global dominance and the “Song of the Summer” legacy. History made once again!
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The 2026 MOBO Awards nominations are out, celebrating 30 years of Black music
The Best African Music Act category is stacked with heavyweights like Wizkid, Tyla, and Rema. Catch the ceremony live in Manchester on March 26. Who has your vote? 🏆🌍 #MOBOAwards #AfricanMusic
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Lyrics: Priesst – Akonuche
I go cut my coat oversize this yearI no waka reach here just to waka reach hereAnd if the tables no turn meI go change chairWetin dem go talk, I don’t careGod dey my side, I no fear I go waka with AkonuchePass Ebuka, I stubborn (Stubborn, stubborn)Leave shame for back like bumbumFrom Abuja to…
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Gunna & Wizkid Smash 50 Million Streams
The collaboration we didn’t know we needed is officially a global hit. Gunna and Wizkid’s “Forever Be Mine” has officially surpassed 50 million streams on Spotify! 👏🏽This standout track from The Last Wun continues to dominate playlists worldwide.
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Trevor Noah’s Grand Finale
Trevor Noah is officially returning to host the 68th Annual Grammy Awards on February 1, 2026!This marks his sixth consecutive and final year as master of ceremonies. As an executive producer and fan favorite, Noah’s farewell promises a spectacular end to a record-breaking era in music history.
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Rihanna Makes Spotify History: 104M Monthly Listeners
The “Rihanna reign” shows no signs of slowing down! The global superstar has officially broken the all-time record for the most monthly listeners for a Black female artist in Spotify history, reaching a staggering 104.14 million.What makes this achievement truly legendary? She hasn’t released a full-length studio album since ANTI in 2016. This milestone proves…
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Rema Rules the Continent: A Historic Night at AFRIMA
The 9th All Africa Music Awards belonged to one man: Rema. The Afrobeats sensation swept the ceremony, taking home Artist of the Year, Best Male Artist in Western Africa, and Best R&B/Soul. This hat-trick cements his status as a global icon, proving his “Benin Boys” energy is truly unstoppable!
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Central Cee has officially made history in Nigeria
Central Cee debut album, ‘CAN’T RUSH GREATNESS,’ earned him a No. 1 Hip-Hop/Rap plaque, setting the record for the biggest debut week by a non-Nigerian artist, surpassing Kendrick Lamar’s ‘GNX.’ It also stands as the highest-charting album by a British act ever on the official Nigerian charts. A massive win for UK rap!
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Music: Dremo – Man2Man
In Man2Man, Dremo swaps bravado for mediation, delivering a “state-of-the-union” for Nigerian hip-hop. Over soulful, minimal production, he addresses 2026’s industry tensions with mature “business-first” clarity. This bold, surgical release elevates him from a hitmaker to an authoritative industry voice prioritizing unity over ego and viral hooks.
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