Rema, Davido, Shallipopi lead list of Afrobeats’ biggest global songs of first half of 2025
Nigerian music continues to dominate the global stage as Rema Davido and Shallipopi top the list of the most exported Afrobeats songs for the first half of 2025. The data released by Spotify ranks the most streamed Nigerian songs outside of Nigeria between January and June 2025 highlighting the genre’s growing global influence.
Rema leads the pack with his massive hit Baby Is It a Crime which samples Sade’s timeless classic. The song topped the Global Impact List as the most streamed Nigerian track internationally racking up over 58 million streams on Spotify alone. Its fusion of nostalgia smooth vocals and sleek production has made it a fan favorite across continents.
Following closely is Shallipopi with Laho a track that blends street energy with traditional rhythms from Benin. The song has become a cultural anthem both at home and abroad gaining popularity on social media and in clubs around the world.
Davido rounds out the top three with With You featuring Omah Lay a standout single from his chart-topping album 5ive. Davido has the highest number of entries on the list with nine songs making the cut including Offa Me featuring Victoria Monet Be There Still and Titanium with Chris Brown further solidifying his global reach.
Burna Boy also made a strong appearance with five tracks on the chart including his international collaboration TaTaTa with Travis Scott. The song has earned praise for its high-energy delivery and genre-blending style.
The list also featured breakout acts like Chella whose track My Darling debuted at number four and gospel artist Lawrence Oyor whose song Favour made a rare crossover into the Afrobeats-heavy chart showcasing the diverse appeal of Nigerian music.
Spotify’s Global Impact ranking for H1 2025 proves that Afrobeats is not just a regional sound but a global movement. From stadium tours to viral dance challenges Nigerian artists continue to push boundaries and capture audiences around the world.