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Nigerian music icon, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has once again broken global records by becoming the first African artiste to surpass 9 billion streams on Spotify across all credits. The feat cements his legacy as one of the continent’s most influential musical exports.
The news, which sparked massive celebration among fans worldwide, was confirmed in a report detailing his achievements on the streaming platform. A major contributor to this milestone is his collaboration with Canadian superstar Drake on the global hit "One Dance", which has amassed over 3.7 billion streams and remains one of the most-played songs in Spotify’s history.
Also playing a significant role in the record is his chart-topping hit “Essence” featuring Tems, which continues to rack up massive numbers globally with over 300 million streams.
Wizkid’s new milestone is not only a personal victory but a monumental achievement for Afrobeats, as it further solidifies the genre's global dominance and the power of African music on the world stage.