Wizkid has made history once again by officially crossing 15 million monthly listeners on Spotify. This achievement places him among the most streamed African artists on the platform and confirms his status as one of Afrobeats’ biggest global stars.
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As of August 2025, Wizkid’s Spotify page shows 15 million monthly listeners. This marks the first time the Nigerian superstar has reached this milestone, solidifying his place in the international music scene.
Why is this milestone important for Wizkid?
Streaming platforms like Spotify use monthly listeners to measure how many unique users play an artist’s music over a 28-day cycle. Reaching 15 million means Wizkid’s music is consistently reaching millions of people worldwide, not just in Nigeria or Africa.
This milestone also increases his visibility on global charts, strengthens playlist placements, and boosts his influence in negotiations for shows, tours, and brand partnerships.
Which Wizkid songs are driving his Spotify success?
Several tracks have been key to Wizkid’s rise on Spotify, including:
Essence featuring Tems and Justin Bieber (one of his biggest international hits) Come Closer with Drake Ojuelegba Mood with BNXN (Buju) Blessed with Damian Marley
These songs continue to attract both new listeners and loyal fans, keeping Wizkid’s numbers consistently high.
How does Wizkid compare with other Afrobeats stars on Spotify?
Wizkid now stands shoulder to shoulder with other top Nigerian and African artists in terms of streaming power:
Burna Boy leads with more than 20 million monthly listeners. Rema holds strong numbers with global hits like Calm Down. Asake, Fireboy DML, and BNXN (Buju) are also rising quickly with millions of monthly listeners.
With 15 million, Wizkid maintains his position among the top three most streamed Afrobeats acts worldwide.
