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Afrobeats – African Music Blog
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Fela Kuti Don Break Record With 150 Million Streams!
E don happen o! Fela Kuti, the Afrobeat king, don surpass 150 million streams for Spotify, making am the number one Nigerian artist from the 20th century wey dey trend pass. Chai, see power! Even with all the new cats wey dey rap and sing for this digital time, Fela music still dey hold body…
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Fave Sing “Chun Swae” for Central Park Karaoke, E Kill Am!
Omo, Fave don show say she be bad girl for music game o! Na for Central Park karaoke she perform Nicki Minaj “Chun Swae,” and e be like say she carry the song enter her body. E get one video wey dey go viral now, and e show how Fave dey rock the boat (literally)…
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Fireboy DML Ignites BLASTFEST 2025 in Seattle
On July 19, 2025, Fireboy DML delivered a mesmerizing performance at BLASTFEST in Seattle, solidifying his status as a global Afrobeats icon. The event, now in its third year, featured a stellar lineup including Omah Lay and Odumodublvck, drawing massive crowds and showcasing the genre’s rising international appeal. Fireboy’s headline slot, marked by vibrant energy…
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Seyi Vibez Don Smash 2 Billion Streams on Audiomack!
Wahala for who no sabi! Na so Seyi Vibez, our Lagos boy from Ketu wey move go Ikorodu, don break record by surpassing 2 billion streams for Audiomack! E be the second African artist to reach this level, and e dey sweet for body! Since e start music for 2019 with “Anybody” and drop “Billion…
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Tiwa Savage’s Bold New Era with “On The Low”
Tiwa Savage, the queen of Nigerian music, is set to drop her latest collaboration with Skepta, “On The Low,” soon. The X post from HYPETRIBE captures her in a striking video, wielding a blue flame lighter, symbolizing a fierce artistic resurgence. This aligns with her recent reflections on motherhood, shared in a July 2025 Instagram…
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Asake’s “Lungu Boy” Hits 350 Million Streams: A Global Afrobeat Triumph
Nigerian sensation Asake has once again made waves, with his album Lungu Boy surpassing 350 million streams on Spotify. Released on August 9, 2024, this marks his third project to hit this milestone, placing him second only to Burna Boy among Nigerian artists. This achievement underscores the global rise of Afrobeat, with Spotify data showing…
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Adekunle Gold’s “Coco Money”: A Star-Studded Afrobeat Triumph
Today, July 18, 2025, marks the release of Adekunle Gold’s vibrant new single, “Coco Money,” and the music world is buzzing! This Afrobeat anthem features an unexpected collaboration with global icons Kanye West, Rihanna, and Travis Scott, alongside talented writers like Badriia Bourelly and Ebony Oshunrinde. The track blends witty lyrics with infectious rhythms, cementing…
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Lojay Unveils Debut Album XOXO and Global Tour
Nigerian Afrobeats star Lojay is set to drop his highly anticipated debut album, *XOXO*, on August 22, 2025. The album’s striking red-themed cover art—featuring Lojay lounging in a moody, intimate room—hints at a raw, emotional journey. Described as a “late-night text you shouldn’t send,” XOXO blends seductive club beats with confessional ballads, exploring heartbreak and…
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Davido and Chris Brown’s “Blow My Mind” Hits Gold in the USA!
Exciting news for Afrobeats fans! Davido and Chris Brown’s 2019 hit “Blow My Mind” has just been certified Gold by the RIAA in the USA, marking over 500,000 units sold. Announced on July 17, 2025, by The Debut Hub, this milestone is Davido’s fourth Gold certification, solidifying his global influence. Featured on Davido’s album A…
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Wizkid and Tyla’s “Dynamite” Sparks Global Anticipation
The collaboration between Nigerian superstar Wizkid and South African sensation Tyla on “Dynamite” is igniting excitement across the music world. Following Wizkid’s global breakthrough with “Essence” and Tyla’s Grammy win for “Water” in 2024, this track is poised to be a game-changer. A snippet shared on X by @hypetribeng captures a vibrant party scene, hinting…
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