Guess who’s reigning supreme in the Afrobeats world? None other than Ayra Starr! The Nigerian music scene’s sweetheart, Ayra Starr, has taken the top spot as the queen of Afrobeats according to the musical streaming giant Spotify. For those of us who’ve been jamming to her tunes on repeat, this news isn’t a surprise. If you haven’t already heard the hits, what are you waiting for?
Ayra, whose real name is Sarah Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, has been dubbed the “pop star of Afrobeats” by Spotify, and rightly so! Her track “Rush” has been a massive hit, leaving fans and critics alike singing her praises. Who knew such a petite figure could pack such a punch?
Now, while Ayra is dazzling us from the top, her fellow Nigerian superstar Tems is right on her heels at number two. Tems, with her soulful voice and hit collaborations, is no stranger to the limelight. Remember when she snagged a Grammy? The girl is unstoppable!
Joining Ayra and Tems on this list is the talented Libianca, bringing in a Cameroonian vibe with an American twist at number three. We’re loving how Afrobeats is embracing diverse influences from all corners of the world.
Next up is Aya Nakamura. The Malian-French artist has never shied away from giving us addictive beats, and we are here for it! Rounding off the top five is the ever-eclectic Darkoo, whose British-Nigerian blend of sounds keeps us grooving non-stop.
But wait, it seems someone is missing! South African sensation Tyla, who’s been securing bags at award shows, didn’t make it to this elite playlist. We’re shocked and waiting for the tea on that one!
And if you think that’s all, stop right there! The Afrobeats flavor isn’t just sizzling in Africa alone. It’s found a sweet spot across the oceans in Latin America. Spotify’s list of top Afrobeats Artists there is, no surprise, dominated by Nigerians. Rema’s groove took the number one position, while Ayra Starr, again, waltzed her way to second place. Don’t we just love hearing Nigerian names on top?
CKay is not far behind, captivating Latin America with his unique sound at third place. Burna Boy and Wizkid are also holding it down, coming in fourth and fifth, respectively. These kings of Afrobeat are making sure the continent’s vibes are felt far and wide.
It’s exciting times for African music, and the global stage is watching. Keep those beats coming, Ayra Starr and friends! This is just the beginning of an Afrobeats takeover, and we can’t wait to see what happens next in the vibrant world of Nigerian music.