Spotify celebrated the 10th anniversary of Wizkid’s iconic single, “Ojuelegba,” a track that has significantly influenced the global rise of Afrobeats. Released in 2014, the song has amassed over 55 million streams on the platform, a testament to its enduring popularity.
Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, praised the track for its widespread resonance, noting how it continues to capture the hearts of millions of listeners worldwide.
“Ojuelegba” has been instrumental in solidifying Wizkid’s legacy as one of Africa’s most influential artists. The song’s journey reflects the growing international appeal of Afrobeats, with the United States, United Kingdom, Netherlands, France, and Nigeria being the top five countries where the song is streamed most.
Its global impact has played a crucial role in elevating African music onto the world stage, marking a turning point for the genre’s international recognition.
As the track celebrates its 10th anniversary, it remains a powerful symbol of the potential of African music to break cultural boundaries.
Spotify emphasized that “Ojuelegba” will continue to be regarded as one of the most iconic Afrobeats songs of all time, underscoring the influence and reach of African sounds in global music.
The statement reads:
“Today marks the 10th anniversary of Wizkid’s groundbreaking single, “Ojuelegba”, a song that helped define the global rise of Afrobeats and continues to resonate with millions of listeners across the world.
“Since its release Ojuelegba has achieved over 55 million streams on Spotify, Ojuelegba’s journey reflects the global growth of Afrobeats and its increasing presence on the world stage.
“The United States, United Kingdom, Netherlands, France and Nigeria are the top five countries streaming the song. During this time, the song solidified Wizkid’s legacy as one of Africa’s most influential artistes.
“With its 10th anniversary, the song will continue to be celebrated as one of the most iconic Afrobeats tracks of all time, and a testament to the power of African music on global stage.”
