Spotify has unveiled its Global Impact List in Nigeria, showcasing the top 30 Nigerian songs that achieved remarkable international streaming numbers in the first half of 2025.
Who Leads the Chart
Afrobeats sensation Rema leads the list with his hit Baby Is It A Crime, which samples Sade’s classic Is It A Crime. The track’s success reinforces his status as a global star, having already become the first Afrobeats artist to hit 1 billion Spotify streams.
Davido dominates with the most entries—9 songs—driven by the success of his fifth album 5ive.
Burna Boy follows with five songs on the list, including Tatata featuring Travis Scott. Other charting hits include songs from his album No Sign of Weakness.
Other Notable Mentions
Rising talents also shine. Chella claims the No. 4 spot with My Darling, while Minz appears through his feature on Himra’s Number 1.
Gospel singer Lawrence Oyor breaks into mainstream acclaim with Favour, a track that went viral globally.
The list also celebrates contributions from Shallipopi, Adekunle Gold, Asake, Ayra Starr, Teni, and Omah Lay.
This ranking highlights how Afrobeats continues to grow as a global sound, with Nigerian artists shaping playlists far beyond Africa.
