Afrobeats – African Music Blog
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Album: Reekado Banks – The Game Needs You
Reekado Banks Drops “The Game Needs You” After 9-Year Hiatus Nigerian music sensation Reekado Banks has made a triumphant return with his latest album, The Game Needs You, marking his first full-length project in nearly a decade. Released on July 7, 2025, this 15-track album is a bold statement of intent, blending Afropop with modern…
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Reekado Banks Addresses Past Conflict with Wizkid
Reekado Banks Reflects on Past Feud with Wizkid, Reveals Reconciliation Nigerian singer Ayoleyi Hanniel Solomon, better known as Reekado Banks, has opened up about his past clash with Afrobeats icon Wizkid. During a recent podcast appearance, the Easy (Jeje) hitmaker revisited the 2020 controversy, which began when Wizkid publicly called him a “fool” and a…
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Davido teases a possible joint project with Adekunle Gold.
Davido Teases New Collab with Adekunle Gold After ‘High’ Hits Milestone Nigerian superstar Davido has hinted at a new collaboration with Adekunle Gold following their 2021 hit High surpassing 200,000 U.S. sales. Sharing the milestone on X (formerly Twitter), Davido revealed he’s recorded a verse for AG Baby’s upcoming project, declaring, “I’ve told ASA THIS…
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Tyla Joins Travis Scott’s Star-Studded ‘JACKBOYS 2’ Roster
Grammy-winning South African sensation Tyla has been officially confirmed as a featured artist on Travis Scott and Cactus Jack’s highly anticipated JACKBOYS 2 project. The announcement has sent waves of excitement through fans, as the collaboration promises to fuse Tyla’s infectious Afro-pop sound with Travis Scott’s signature high-energy hip-hop aesthetic. With JACKBOYS 2 shaping up…
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BNXN’s track “Laye Mi” has risen to the top spot on Nigeria’s Apple Music Top 100 Chart, claiming the No. 1 position
BNXN’s “Laye Mi” Tops Nigeria’s Apple Music Chart Nigerian Afrobeats sensation BNXN (formerly known as Buju) has achieved a significant milestone with his latest single, “Laye Mi,” reaching No. 1 on Nigeria’s Apple Music Top Songs chart. The song, which has been steadily climbing since its release, officially claimed the top spot on Tuesday, July…
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Burna Boy & Shaboozey Drop “Change Your Mind” – A Boundary-Breaking Collab That Defies Genres
Burna Boy further cements his global dominance with “Change Your Mind,” a fresh new single teaming him up with emerging genre-defying artist Shaboozey. The song effortlessly blends Afrobeats, country-trap, and soulful grit, creating a bold, boundary-pushing collaboration that’s as emotionally resonant as it is sonically adventurous. From the first note, “Change Your Mind” captivates with…
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Rema and Selena Gomez’s hit song “Calm Down” has exceeded 8 million units sold in the U.S
A Historic Triumph for Afrobeats Worldwide Rema and Selena Gomez’s smash hit “Calm Down” continues to shatter records and redefine success. The track has now officially surpassed 8 million units sold in the U.S., cementing its status as one of the most groundbreaking Afrobeats crossovers ever. Originally released in 2022 on Rema’s Rave & Roses…
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One Dance’ by Drake ft. Wizkid & Kyla Secures Spot in Apple Music’s All-Time Top 10
Drake & Wizkid’s “One Dance” Hits #6 on Apple Music’s All-Time Streaming Chart The global hit One Dance—Drake’s 2016 collaboration with Nigerian superstar Wizkid and British singer Kyla—has officially become the 6th most-streamed song ever on Apple Music, cementing its status as a defining track of the streaming era. A cultural phenomenon upon release, One…
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Ayra Starr Joins Coldplay in Canada for a Stunning Performance of “Away
Ayra Starr Shines with Coldplay in Toronto, Proving Afropop’s Global Power Ayra Starr cemented her superstar status with a breathtaking performance of Away at Coldplay’s sold-out Toronto show. Taking the stage at Rogers Centre, she delivered a magnetic, emotional rendition of her breakout hit, backed by Coldplay’s grand production. Her effortless vocals and commanding presence…
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Omah Lay captivates the audience with a heartfelt performance of ‘You’ in Belgium
Omah Lay Stuns Crowd with Soulful Performance of ‘You’ in Belgium Nigerian singer Omah Lay left Belgian fans spellbound with a moving live rendition of his 2020 breakout hit, *You*, during his recent performance. The emotionally charged moment became an unforgettable highlight of the night, showcasing the raw power of live music. Originally released as…
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