Wizkid Makes History as First African Artist to Surpass 11 Billion Spotify Streams

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Wizkid has reached another major global milestone, becoming the first African artist to surpass 11 billion streams on Spotify across all credits. The achievement further cements his status as one of the continent’s most commercially successful music exports and a leading figure in the global rise of Afrobeats.

The record was announced on Tuesday by music data platform Charts Africa, which highlighted Wizkid’s consistent dominance across major Spotify streaming benchmarks. The singer has now been the first African artist to reach every major milestone from 1 billion all the way to 11 billion streams, reflecting both his longevity and international appeal.

The milestone comes shortly after the release of his collaboration with DJ Tunez titled “State of Mind,” which dropped on May 15, 2026. The track recorded strong early performance, attracting hundreds of thousands of streams within its first day and contributing to his ongoing surge in global numbers.

Wizkid’s streaming success is driven by a catalog that includes globally recognized hits and collaborations that have helped push Afrobeats into mainstream international markets. Over the years, his work with artists such as Drake and Tems has expanded his reach far beyond Africa, positioning him as a central figure in the genre’s global breakthrough.

The latest achievement follows an earlier milestone earlier in 2026, when Wizkid became the first African artist to surpass 10 billion Spotify streams. That rapid progression to 11 billion underscores how quickly streaming numbers are growing in today’s digital music economy, where viral moments, playlist placements, and global collaborations can significantly accelerate an artist’s reach.

Industry observers say Wizkid’s achievement is also symbolic of the broader rise of African music on streaming platforms. Afrobeats, once considered a regional sound, is now one of the fastest-growing global genres, with Nigerian artists consistently appearing on major international charts and playlists.

As celebrations pour in from fans and industry peers, the milestone reinforces Wizkid’s place in music history—not just as a Nigerian star, but as a global streaming powerhouse whose influence continues to expand across continents.