Spotify Reveals The Ten Most-Streamed Songs Of All Time In Nigeria

As Spotify celebrates five years of operations in Nigeria, the platform has announced the most-streamed song of all time on Spotify Nigeria, a result that aligns with the preferences of many music enthusiasts.

At the top of the list is Asake’s 2023 hit, “Remember.” This song has achieved the status of the most-streamed track in Spotify Nigeria’s history, further establishing Asake as a leading figure in the Nigerian music scene.

This announcement coincides with a notable increase in digital music consumption in Nigeria. Spotify’s data indicates that local streaming has risen by nearly 300 percent over the past two years, illustrating that Nigerian audiences are increasingly engaged with domestic music.

Asake holds a significant presence in the charts, occupying four positions in the top ten, underscoring his influence in the street-pop and Afro-fusion genres.

Following “Remember” at number two is “Dealer” by Ayo Maff featuring Fireboy DML, a collaboration that combines emerging talent with established artists.

Wizkid makes a strong appearance as well, with his song “Kese (Dance)” at number four and his collaboration with Asake, “MMS,” taking the ninth position.

Emerging artists are also represented; Fido has two songs on the chart, “Awolowo” and “Joy is Coming,” indicating a growing preference for emotionally resonant music among listeners.

Other notable tracks in the top ten include “With You” by Davido and Omah Lay, and “Doha” by Seyi Vibez.

Top 10 Most-Streamed Songs on Spotify Nigeria (All-Time):

1. Remember – Asake
2. Dealer – Ayo Maff ft. Fireboy DML
3. Awolowo – Fido
4. Kese (Dance) – Wizkid
5. Lonely At The Top – Asake
6. Joy is Coming – Fido
7. With You – Davido & Omah Lay
8. Terminator – Asake
9. MMS – Asake & Wizkid
10. Doha – Seyi Vibez

After five years, the data from Spotify Nigeria reflects a significant trend. Afrobeats is not only thriving on a global scale but is also being heavily streamed within the country, indicating that Nigerian listeners have clear preferences in their music choices.