Spotify Nigeria Wrapped 2025: Year-End Listening Data
Spotify released its Wrapped 2025 summaries on December 3, covering global and country-specific trends. For Nigeria, the data highlights continued dominance of local Afrobeats and emerging street-hop sounds, with users logging over 1.3 billion hours of streaming. Local music consumption increased 82% from the previous year, while daily streams rose 23%. The average listener age is 25. Podcast listening grew 97%, and creation by 48%, with faith-based content gaining traction.
Top 10 Most Streamed Artists
Wizkid secured the top spot for the year, followed by a mix of established names and rising acts. Seyi Vibez and Asake represent the street-oriented wave, while Burna Boy and Odumodublvck reflect broader appeal.
- Wizkid
- Seyi Vibez
- Asake
- Burna Boy
- Odumodublvck
- BNXN
- FOLA
- Davido
- Rema
- Olamide
Top 10 Most Streamed Songs
Davido’s “With You”, featuring Omah Lay, led the songs chart, marking a strong year for collaborations. Breakout tracks from newer artists like Fido, Kunmie, and Faceless took multiple positions, signalling a shift toward fresh voices. Davido’s “With You” was also the most shared song on social platforms.
- With You (feat. Omah Lay) – Davido
- Joy is Coming – Fido
- Arike – Kunmie
- Venus, Serotonin – Faceless
- Pity This Boy – Odumodublvck & Victony
- Lost – FOLA & Kizz Daniel
- Laho – Shallipopi
- Kese (Dance) – Wizkid
- Very Soon – BNXN & FOLA
- Funds (feat. ODUMODUBLVCK & Chike) – Davido
Top 10 Most Streamed Albums
Albums dominated by Wizkid and Davido topped the list, but Asake placed three projects in the top 10, showing sustained catalog strength. FOLA’s “Catharsis” entered at number five, underscoring the impact of debut releases.
- Morayo – Wizkid
- 5ive – Davido
- Captain – BNXN
- No Sign Of Weakness – Burna Boy
- Catharsis – FOLA
- Olamidé – Olamide
- The Machine is Coming – Odumodublvck
- Work of Art – Asake
- Lungu Boy – Asake
- Mr Money With The Vibe – Asake
Top 10 Most Streamed Female Artists
Ayra Starr repeated as the leading female artist, with Tems close behind. International names like Billie Eilish and SZA mixed with locals, while Sunmisola Agbebi’s position highlights gospel’s role. Smur Lee’s rise ties to Amapiano-street-hop blends.
- Ayra Starr
- Tems
- Smur Lee
- Billie Eilish
- SZA
- Darkoo
- Qing Madi
- Tiwa Savage
- Rihanna
- Sunmisola Agbebi
Nigeria’s Global Reach
Nigerian artists continued exporting sound worldwide. Burna Boy topped the most-exported list, with Tems, Rema, Ayra Starr, and Wizkid rounding out the top five. Rema’s “Calm Down” (with Selena Gomez) held as the most-exported local song for the third straight year.
Broader Trends
Afrobeats listening grew 22% globally, but in Nigeria, it remains the core genre alongside rising street-hop and gospel influences. Emerging acts like Fido, Kunmie, Faceless, and FOLA claimed four spots in the top songs, indicating a recalibration toward new talent. Homegrown loyalty persists, with no international albums cracking Nigeria’s top 10. Podcasts saw spiritual and conversational content lead growth, reflecting cultural priorities.
