Burna Boy Makes History as he becomes the first African artiste to reach 50 million Spotify monthly listeners after global chart success

Nigerian Grammy-winning singer Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has reached a historic milestone by becoming the first African artiste to surpass 50 million monthly listeners on Spotify, further cementing his position as one of the continent’s biggest global music exports.

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The 35-year-old Afrobeats star crossed the landmark figure on Monday, with his latest achievement driven largely by his collaboration with Colombian superstar Shakira on the World Cup song “Dai Dai”, which has enjoyed strong global streaming success.

The track’s popularity pushed Burna Boy to the record-breaking milestone while also contributing to Shakira’s own streaming growth. The Colombian singer reportedly reached 100 million monthly listeners on Spotify for the first time in her career, becoming the second Latin artiste after Bad Bunny to achieve the feat.

Burna Boy’s latest accomplishment represents another major moment in the international rise of Afrobeats, a genre that has expanded its influence far beyond Africa and become a dominant force in global music.

The singer has consistently broken new ground throughout his career, becoming one of Nigeria’s most recognised performers internationally. His Grammy Award win, global tours and collaborations with leading international artistes have helped strengthen Afrobeats’ presence on major entertainment platforms.

The success of “Dai Dai” has also extended beyond streaming figures. The song’s music video reportedly became the first music video released in 2026 to surpass 300 million views on YouTube, highlighting its widespread appeal among audiences worldwide.

Burna Boy’s achievement follows a series of record-breaking milestones, including his position as one of the African artistes with the strongest presence on international charts and streaming platforms.

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As Afrobeats continues to gain global recognition, the singer’s latest Spotify milestone marks another significant chapter in the story of African music’s growing influence on the world stage.