Burna Boy has achieved another global milestone in his career. The Nigerian superstar has now surpassed an estimated 20 billion audio on-demand streams worldwide across all credits, according to Chart Masters. This record cements his place as one of Africa’s most streamed artists of all time, sitting only behind Wizkid.
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When people hear about streaming numbers, it can feel abstract. 20 billion streams means Burna Boy’s music has been played on platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Deezer, Audiomack, and others a combined twenty billion times. It includes streams where he’s the lead artist as well as collaborations where he’s featured.
This places him in the league of globally recognized acts, showing that Afrobeats is no longer just a regional sound but one of the most consumed genres worldwide.
Who is the first African artist to cross 20 billion streams?
The only African artist ahead of Burna Boy is Wizkid, who hit the milestone earlier. Wizkid’s consistency, international collaborations, and the success of songs like Essence have given him a strong lead in global streaming. Burna Boy now joins him as the second African artist to achieve the feat.
How did Burna Boy reach 20 billion streams?
Burna Boy’s catalog is filled with global hits, from Ye to Last Last. His Grammy-winning album Twice As Tall, the critically acclaimed African Giant, and his recent projects have all contributed heavily to his streaming dominance.
Collaborations with artists such as Ed Sheeran, Stormzy, and Justin Bieber have also expanded his reach beyond Africa. His ability to fuse Afrobeats with dancehall, reggae, and hip-hop has made his music appealing to a worldwide audience.
Why is this milestone important for Afrobeats?
Burna Boy’s achievement proves that African music is no longer on the sidelines of the global industry. Reaching 20 billion streams means that millions of listeners across continents are consistently playing Afrobeats. This kind of global recognition opens more doors for Nigerian and African artists, making it easier for them to tour, sell out stadiums, and collaborate with international stars.
Burna Boy vs Wizkid: Who is bigger globally?
This milestone will naturally spark debates. Wizkid has longevity and a global fanbase built over more than a decade. Burna Boy, on the other hand, has been on an unstoppable rise in recent years, becoming a festival headliner and selling out arenas worldwide.
Both artists are carrying Afrobeats to new levels, and fans will keep comparing their achievements. What’s clear is that the success of both Burna Boy and Wizkid is shaping the future of African music globally.
Reported by Anything Celebrity – Nigeria’s hub for entertainment gist and celebrity updates.
