Streaming payouts are the clearest measure of an artist’s reach right now. Chartmasters published a short-term report showing estimated streaming earnings across platforms for the last 30 days. The numbers highlight who’s pulling the most monthly streams and where attention is concentrated.
Who made the Top 10 and how much did they earn?
Below is the full list pulled from Chartmasters’ data for the last 30 days:
- Burna Boy (Nigeria) — $1.19M
- Wizkid (Nigeria) — $1.16M
- Tems (Nigeria) — $856K
- Moliy (Ghana) — $634K
- Tyla (South Africa) — $596K
- Asake (Nigeria) — $478K
- Rema (Nigeria) — $448K
- Omah Lay (Nigeria) — $415K
- Davido (Nigeria) — $406K
- WizTheMc (South Africa) — $373K
Who’s topping the list right now?
Burna Boy sits at number one with about $1.19 million for the month, with Wizkid a close second at $1.16 million. Both artists have strong international streaming footprints and catalog plays that keep monthly totals high.
Why are Nigerian artists so dominant on the list?
Nigeria’s music scene has a big edge: high streaming adoption, large homegrown audiences, and steady collaborations with global stars. Many Nigerian acts also get playlist pushes on major services and enjoy heavy rotation on platforms used across Africa and the diaspora.
Does this mean Nigeria makes the most money from streaming?
Not necessarily in every case, but it does show that Nigerian artists are getting most of the monthly streams among the top African names. Local streaming habits, global playlist placements, and strong fan engagement explain a lot of the gap.
Which non-Nigerian artists stand out?
Tyla from South Africa and Moliy from Ghana both made the Top 10. Tyla’s viral success and Moliy’s crossover appeal helped push their monthly streams into the six-figure range. These artists show how audiences across Africa and beyond are exploring sounds from different countries.
Is Tyla’s success sustainable or a one-hit moment?
Tyla’s streaming numbers rose quickly because of viral traction. Sustained growth will depend on consistent releases, playlists, and international marketing. Right now she’s in a strong position.
How reliable are these streaming estimates?
Chartmasters bases these figures on available platform data, chart performance, and established estimation methods. The numbers are estimates, not exact royalties sent to artists. They do, however, offer a useful snapshot of monthly streaming activity.
Can streaming income change fast?
Yes. Streaming figures shift each month. A viral remix or playlist placement can boost an artist’s pay by hundreds of thousands in a short time.
What does this mean for African music growth?
The streaming payouts show that African artists are building real, recurring revenue from global listeners. That attracts labels, promoters, and brand deals. As more fans stream across platforms, earnings will keep shifting toward artists who can sustain global reach.
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