| Rank | Song Title | Artist(s) | Spotify Rank | Shazam Rank | UK Chart Rank | Billboard Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Push 2 Start" | Tyla | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | "Bundle by Bundle" | Burna Boy | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 3 | "Kese (Dance)" | Wizkid | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 4 | "Piece of My Heart" | Wizkid ft. Brent Faiyaz | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| 5 | "Funds" | Davido ft. Odumodublvck & Chike | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| 6 | "Awuke" | Davido & YG Marley | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| 7 | "Fi Kan We Kan" | BNXN & Rema | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| 8 | "Biri Marung" | Mr Pilato, Ego Slimflow & Tebogo | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| 9 | "Blame U" | Odeal | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| 10 | "Toma Toma" | Ruger & Tiwa Savage | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Title: Key Observations from This Week’s Afrobeat Chart (Jan 5–11, 2025)
TL;DR: This week’s Afrobeat chart reveals consistency at the top, with Tyla and Burna Boy maintaining their dominance. Wizkid’s growing presence highlights his resurgence, while steady performers like BNXN and Davido keep their tracks relevant. Here’s a closer look at the trends.
1. Tyla’s Unstoppable Reign
Tyla’s hit track, Push 2 Start, continues its undisputed reign at #1 across Spotify, Shazam, UK Official Charts, and Billboard. With an impressive 1,978,307 Spotify streams this week, her dominance showcases a massive global following. Tyla’s consistency highlights the song’s wide appeal and possibly strong playlist placements driving its repeated success.
2. Burna Boy Holds Strong
Burna Boy’s Bundle by Bundle retains its #2 position, demonstrating remarkable stability across platforms. Its solid performance reflects both his star power and ongoing traction in playlists and fan engagement. However, it still hasn’t managed to dethrone Tyla’s chart-topper.
3. Wizkid’s Dual Dominance
Wizkid continues to make waves, with Kese (Dance) and Piece of My Heart both holding strong positions in the top five. His growing presence in the chart points to renewed interest in his music, possibly fueled by recent events such as a global tour or new promotions. Wizkid’s ability to have multiple hits in the top 10 underscores his influence in the Afrobeat space.
4. Consistency Among Steady Performers
Tracks like BNXN and Rema’s Fi Kan We Kan and Davido’s Awuke remain consistent in their positions. These mid-tier hits suggest strong regional popularity and fan loyalty, even if they’re not breaking into the top three. Shazam rankings, in particular, highlight these tracks’ growth in discovery-driven regions.
5. No Major New Entrants
Interestingly, this week saw no significant new entries into the top 10. The Afrobeat scene often thrives on fast turnovers, but the lack of fresh hits could signal a quieter release window or the enduring popularity of existing chart-toppers.
6. Spotify Streams Highlight Chart Trends
Spotify streams continue to align closely with overall rankings. For instance, Push 2 Start not only leads the chart but also has the highest number of streams this week. This indicates Spotify’s role as a key platform for determining Afrobeat trends, especially on a global scale.
Conclusion
This week’s Afrobeat chart highlights the importance of consistency and fan engagement in maintaining chart dominance. Tyla’s and Burna Boy’s performances underscore their wide appeal, while Wizkid’s dual hits signal a resurgence. As the Afrobeat scene evolves, the coming weeks will reveal whether these trends hold or if new releases shake things up.
Stay tuned for next week’s updates as we continue tracking the pulse of Afrobeat!
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