Nigerian rapper and music icon, Olamide, has become the first African rapper to amass over 1 billion career streams on Spotify, solidifying his status as a pioneer in African music.

This milestone highlights Olamide’s exceptional talent and versatility, driven by his seamless fusion of Afrobeats and hip-hop, as well as his strategic collaborations with other artists.

In 2024, Olamide also etched his name in history as the first African rapper to earn a Grammy nomination. His hit collaboration with Asake, Amapiano, was nominated in the inaugural Best African Music Performance category, though it ultimately lost to Tyla’s Water.

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The groundbreaking achievement underscores Olamide’s influence on the global music scene and reaffirms his role as a trailblazer for African rappers in the global streaming era.

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