Burna Boy Achieves Top Position On Apple Music Global Chart

Burna Boy has achieved another significant milestone by reaching the number one position on the Apple Music Global Top 100 chart with his collaboration with Shakira, titled Dai Dai.

This accomplishment makes him the second Nigerian artist to reach the top of this chart, following Tems, who achieved this feat in 2022 through her collaboration on Future’s song Wait for U featuring Drake.

The song’s ascent to the top coincided with Burna Boy and Shakira’s performance at the inaugural FIFA World Cup Halftime Show, which brought significant global exposure.

As a result of this exposure, Dai Dai saw a substantial increase in streams, leading it to the top of Apple Music’s global rankings.

This achievement further underscores Burna Boy’s status as a leading figure in the Afrobeats genre and his impact on the international music scene.

In addition to his recent chart success, Burna Boy has also achieved remarkable commercial success throughout his career.

Data from the music analytics platform Chartmasters indicates that the artist has amassed 14.46 million equivalent album units, making him the best-selling African artist of all time.

His influence goes beyond streaming figures, as Burna Boy is recognized as Africa’s top touring artist, frequently selling out major venues worldwide and setting records with his live performances.

From topping global charts to performing on prestigious stages, Burna Boy’s ongoing success reflects the growing influence of Afrobeats and his role as a key ambassador for the genre.