Spotify’s 2025 Global Impact List: Top 30 Nigerian & Ghanaian Songs
Spotify has officially unveiled the 30 most streamed Nigerian songs globally for the first half of 2025, and the numbers reflect what many already know: Afrobeats continues to command worldwide attention. But that’s not all. For the first time, Ghanaian artists are also included in Spotify’s “Global Impact List”, with Black Sherif and Moliy leading the charge.
At No. 1 on the Nigerian side is Rema’s “Baby (Is It a Crime)”, a viral juggernaut that’s had TikTok and streaming platforms in a chokehold. Right behind him is Shallipopi’s “Laho”, solidifying the rapper’s rise from local cult hero to global export. Davido once again proves his hitmaking consistency—he clocks in nine entries on the list, including “With You” featuring Omah Lay at No. 3, as well as “Titanium” with Chris Brown and “Be There Still”.
Burna Boy’s international pull remains unmatched. His Travis Scott collab “TaTaTa” lands at No. 5, while the cross-continental anthem “WE PRAY – TWICE Version” sees him alongside Coldplay, TWICE, Little Simz, and more. Ayra Starr’s “Gimme Dat” with Wizkid and the solo track “All The Love” also make appearances, while ODUMODUBLVCK, Chella, Fireboy DML, and gospel act Lawrence Oyor round out a richly diverse Nigerian lineup.
On the Ghanaian front, Black Sherif dominates. He’s credited on 15 of Ghana’s top 30 global tracks, including “Green Light” with Buju Banton and “Lord I’m Amazed”. Moliy, known for her genre-bending style, claims the most exported Ghanaian song with “Shake It To The Max (FLY) – Remix”. Rising voices like Olivetheboy (“Survivor”, “Screaming Beauty”), Lasmid (“Olivia”), AratheJay (“Fire” with Bella Shmurda), and Gyakie (“Cheat On You”, “Sankofa”) are also resonating across borders.
This mid-year roundup highlights not just the reach of Nigerian and Ghanaian pop music but also its range. Whether it’s amapiano-inflected bangers, gospel crossovers, or soft R&B grooves, West African artists are exporting the culture and moving numbers.
