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Afrobeats to Amapiano: Africa’s Music Exports Dominate Apple Music Charts Worldwide

Author: eiiZA
Last updated: Monday 26 May 2025

From the streets of Lagos to the dancefloors of Johannesburg, African music is taking the world by storm—dominating Apple Music charts across continents and redefining global pop culture. Genres like Afrobeats, Amapiano, and Bongo Flava are no longer regional sounds—they’re international forces.
According to new data released by Apple Music, artists such as Burna Boy, Rema, Ayra Starr, Asake, Uncle Waffles, and Kabza De Small are consistently charting in countries like the U.S., U.K., France, Brazil, and Australia, marking a major milestone in Africa’s cultural influence.
Nigerian sensation Tems recently reached the Top 10 with her new single, while South Africa’s Tyler ICU is breaking boundaries with his viral Amapiano hit “Mnike,” featured on trending global playlists.
Apple Music’s global editorial team credits this surge to a new generation of African artists blending homegrown sounds with international production styles, giving listeners everywhere a taste of Africa's evolving musical identity.
The platform also highlighted key playlists such as Africa Now, Naija Hits, Yano Nation, and EA Wave, which continue to serve as discovery zones for global fans hungry for authentic African sounds.
In response, major labels are expanding their African rosters, global collaborations are multiplying, and streaming numbers are soaring—solidifying Africa’s place as a creative engine in the global music industry.
With more African tours, festivals, and crossover hits expected in the coming months, the continent’s musical revolution is only just beginning.
Stay locked to eiiZA, eiiGhana BNW, eiiNaija Daily, and eiiKE for exclusive updates, chart breakdowns, and behind-the-scenes access to the artists shaping the sound of the future.

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