Multiple award-winning singer Wizkid has unlocked a new record with ‘Piece of My Heart’ on the Spotify chart for Nigeria. Wizkid’s first lead song of 2024, ‘Piece of My Heart’ with Brent Faiyaz, has set a new and what many have considered an unattainable record on the chart of digital streaming platform Spotify in Nigeria….
Multi-award-winning R&B sensation Elaine is the EQUAL Artist for October 2024. A former Spotify RADAR artist, Elaine, first rose to prominence with her chart-topping debut EP Elements, which captivated audiences globally in 2019. Her top Spotify listeners come from South Africa, the United States, Nigeria, Kenya, and the United Kingdom, cementing her status as…
Global superstar The Weeknd has made history as the first artist to have 20 individual songs surpass one billion streams on Spotify. This unprecedented achievement solidifies his status as a streaming giant and cultural icon, showcasing his lasting influence on fans and the global music landscape. The songs with one billion streams are…
As an emerging artist, promoting your music on Spotify can feel overwhelming. With over 40,000 tracks uploaded daily, standing out from the crowd and building a loyal audience requires more than just talent—it demands strategy. As the world’s largest music streaming platform, holding 30.5% of the global market share, Spotify is essential for artists aiming…
When the need for music is high and you find yourself offline, Spotify has you covered. Beginning today, Spotify is launching Offline Backup, bringing Premium users globally another way to keep listening to music offline, no downloads required. Nearly half of the music streaming giant’s Premium listeners globally have used Spotify offline to listen…
Yemi Alade named Spotify EQUAL Africa’s Artiste for September Spotify has announced Afropop sensation Yemi Alade as the EQUAL Artist for September 2024. The multi-award-winning singer, popularly known as “Mama Africa” by fans for her dedication to championing African culture and music, continues to make her mark on the global stage. Yemi Alade’s electrifying performances and powerful…
Sarkodie and King Promise Spotify has unveiled the first Global Impact List in Ghana, recognizing the top 30 tracks from Ghana with the biggest global impact on Spotify over the first half of 2024. The list recognises Ghanaian tracks that have had the most listens from outside Ghana in the first half of 2024, and…
American pop star Taylor Swift has hit another musical milestone. This is as she overtook British singer, Ed Sheeran to become the most followed artist in Spotify’s history. The ‘Cruel Summer’ hit 114.6 million followers to break Sheeran’s record. Swift also holds the record for the most expensive tour for the highest-grossing…
Nigerian singer, Rema has made history as his hit single Calm Down surpassed 2 billion streams on Spotify. Released in 2022, Calm Down has become a global phenomenon, resonating with fans worldwide with its catchy beat and relatable lyrics. Meanwhile, the song’s lyrics, such as “Baby, calm down, calm down” and “Girl, you…
Canadian hip-hop star Drake has history by becoming the first artist to reach a staggering 100 billion streams on Spotify. This monumental achievement was announced by Chart Data on Tuesday night. Drake aced the competition with the next closest rapper, Eminem, trailing behind with less than half the number of streams. Drake’s…
Nigerian music sensation, Asake has reached a new milestone on Spotify, with his monthly listeners surpassing 7 million. Although, this achievement was discovered on Friday, June 14, 2024, solidifying Asake’s position as one of the most popular artists on the platform. Basically, With his unique sound and style, Asake continues to gain international…
Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr’s latest single, Bad Vibes, featuring Seyi Vibez, has reached a significant milestone on Spotify, surpassing 10 million streams. This achievement was reported online today, Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Bad Vibes is part of Ayra Starr’s highly anticipated sophomore album, TYIT21 (The Year I Turned 21). The album was released…
Categorising Tems as the leading vibe is not a catchy phrase or caption but a fact as the singer has continued to dominate the global stage and here are exclusive Spotify data to show just that. From becoming the first Grammy award-winning Nigerian female singer to becoming one of the first to be certified…
As Ghana celebrates its Independence Day, Spotify, the world’s leading audio streaming platform, is joining in the festivities with a special Sounds of Ghana destination playlist curated specifically for this year’s Independence Day Celebrations. One of the unique features of the playlist is its ability to bridge generational and genre gaps, fostering a sense of unity…
The Recording Industry Association of America® (RIAA) and Spotify presented their annual event benefiting Musicians On Call (MOC) at newly opened venue, The Atlantis, in DC last night. MOC’s mission to highlight the healing power of music was amplified at the exclusive event as the music community, industry professionals and policymakers came out to support…
Spotify’s 2023 Wrapped spotlights a year of musical unity in Ghana as Black Sherif leads as the most streamed Ghanaian artist [Accra] 29 November, 2023: Ghanaians are well-known for their generosity and hospitality not just to family and friends but also strangers. This year’s Spotify Wrapped data shows the extension of this spirit of…
