NotJustOk’s Afrobeats Power Ranking for Q1 2025 confirmed what many already sensed: the competition within the Afrobeats scene is fiercer than ever.
From January to March, artists vied for dominance, with the rankings reflecting their musical output, fan engagement, and overall influence. This quarter’s list showcases a mix of established stars and fast-rising talents, with no single artist maintaining an undisputed lead, underscoring the genre’s growing depth and diversity.
Below are the key facts from the Q1 2025 Afrobeats Power Ranking, as reported by NotJustOk, offering insight into the ever-evolving landscape of Afrobeats on a global scale.
1. Rema never left the top 5 in Q1 2025January: 3, February: 2, March: 3Rema’s consistent top 5 presence throughout Q1 2025 highlights his steady dominance in the Afrobeats scene. Hits like Calm Down, new releases like Baby (Is it a Crime) and strategic global collaborations kept him in heavy rotation, with his February peak at No. 2 reflecting his growing influence across streaming platforms and international charts.
2. Burna Boy, Asake, Wizkid & Ayra Starr didn’t leave the top 10 in Q1 2025Burna Boy: January: 2, February: 6, March: 1Ayra Starr: January: 6, February: 8, March: 8Asake: January: 5, February: 4, March: 7Wizkid: January: 1, February: 9, March: 6NotJustOk’s data reveals that Burna Boy, Asake, Wizkid, and Ayra Starr remained immovable in the top 10 throughout Q1 2025. Burna Boy’s global tours and Grammy-nominated work, Asake’s Amapiano-driven anthems, Wizkid’s enduring legacy, and Ayra Starr’s youthful energy ensured their rankings never slipped, with Burna Boy’s March No. 1 capping a strong quarter.
3. No artist topped the chart twice in 2025 Q1Wizkid (Jan), Tyla (Feb), Burna Boy (March)The top spot in Q1 2025 rotated among Wizkid, Tyla, and Burna Boy, with no artist securing No. 1 twice. This monthly shuffle highlights Afrobeats’ competitive edge, as each artist leveraged new releases, tours, and social media buzz to claim the coveted position.
4. Tyla is the first female artist to peak at No.1Tyla made history in February 2025 as the first female artist to reach No. 1. Her global smash Water and subsequent genre-blending releases resonated widely, marking a pivotal moment for gender representation in Afrobeats and solidifying her as a leading voice.
5. Wizkid is the first human on earth to peak at No.1Wizkid’s January 2025 No. 1 ranking marks him as the first artist to top the Afrobeats Power Ranking ever. His pioneering role in the genre, bolstered by albums like Made in Lagos and his recent album Morayo, continues to set the standard for Afrobeats’ global dominance.
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The Afrobeats Power Ranking PageHere’s how the Afrobeats Power Ranking is compiled by NotjustokNotjustok announces Afrobeats Power RankingGet updates as they drop via Twitter and Facebook
