Nigerian music sensation Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has been unveiled as Africa’s highest-earning artist on Spotify, raking in an impressive $1 million in monthly revenue. This revelation comes from Chart Masters, a global music statistics monitoring platform, which released its latest rankings of Spotify’s top earners.
The report highlights Wizkid’s dominance on the streaming platform, with fellow Nigerian stars Burna Boy and Tems trailing in second and third positions with $782,148 and $660,210, respectively. South African artist Tyla is the only non-Nigerian on Africa’s top 10 list, earning $607,804.
Africa’s Top 10 Spotify Earners:
- Wizkid – $1 million
- Burna Boy – $782,148
- Tems – $660,210
- Tyla – $607,804
- Davido – $458,615
- Asake – $451,553
- Omah Lay – $421,123
- Ayra Starr – $400,972
- Rema – $367,973
Globally, Canadian rapper Drake and American pop icon Taylor Swift lead the chart, earning $7,717,904 and $7,713,106 per month, respectively.
Wizkid’s monumental earnings underscore the rising influence of Afrobeat and Nigerian music on the global stage. His consistent hits and international collaborations have cemented his status as a leading figure in African music. The dominance of Nigerian artists on the list reflects the country’s burgeoning music industry, which continues to gain worldwide recognition.
Spotify’s transparent revenue model provides insight into the growing financial power of streaming, highlighting how artists are leveraging the platform to reach global audiences and earn significant income.
