Wizkid becomes first African artiste to cross 11bn Spotify mark

Nigerian superstar Wizkid has made history once again, becoming the first African artist to surpass 11 billion streams on Spotify across all credits. The milestone further strengthens his global dominance in the music industry.

The achievement was announced on Tuesday by music data platform Chart Africa via X. The data confirms that the singer continues to break records, driven by consistent streaming success over the years.

Rapid trajectory underscores global Afrobeats rise

This milestone follows a rapid trajectory. Wizkid previously became the first African artist to hit 10 billion Spotify streams in January 2026, reaching the new 11 billion mark just months later.

The achievement places him firmly among the most-streamed artists globally. Furthermore, it highlights the continued international rise of the Afrobeats genre.

New collaborations fuel streaming momentum

His latest collaboration with DJ Tunez, titled State of Mind, has contributed to his growing numbers. Released on May 15, 2026, the track recorded hundreds of thousands of streams within its first day of release.

The track has been widely received by fans across different streaming platforms. This ongoing momentum ensures his digital catalogue remains highly competitive on the global stage.