Burna Boy tops Apple Music’s Africa Now 2025 list

Apple Music Unveils “Africa Now: Best Songs of 2025” Burna Boy Leads a Powerful Year for Afrobeats

Apple Music has officially released its highly anticipated “Africa Now: Best Songs of 2025” list, celebrating the most impactful tracks shaping the sound of the continent. The collection not only captures the evolution of African music but also reaffirms Afrobeats’ growing influence on the global stage.

At the top of the chart is Nigerian superstar Burna Boy, whose hit single Love secures the Number 1 spot. This achievement further solidifies his status as a key figure in modern Afrobeats and a consistent global hitmaker.

The list showcases a vibrant mix of established icons and rising stars, illustrating the depth and diversity of Africa’s music scene. Nigeria’s celebrated “Big Three” Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy make prominent appearances, while artists like Asake, Rema, Seyi Vibez, and FOLA highlight the unstoppable rise of new-age talents.

Asake emerges as one of the year’s strongest performers, earning multiple placements. His solo track “Why Love” sits at Number 2, while his collaborations Wizkid Bad Girl (Number 9) and 99 alongside Olamide and Seyi Vibez (Number 10) reinforce his dominance across the charts.

Davido also secures two major spots: With You featuring Omah Lay lands at Number 3, and Funds a collaboration with ODUMODUBLVCK and Chike claims Number 8. Rema continues his global momentum with “Baby (Is It A Crime)” at Number 4, and Seyi Vibez holds two strong positions with “Mario Kart” (Number 7) and his feature on 99.

A standout surprise comes from rising artist FOLA, who makes an impressive double showing. His tracks Lost with Kizz Daniel (Number 5) and Very Soon with BNXN (Number 6) establish him as one of the breakout artists to watch in 2025.

The top 10 list reflects a thriving, dynamic soundscape one where legends maintain their grip while fresh voices push boundaries. As Afrobeats continues to expand far beyond Africa, these artists are shaping not just a genre, but a global movement.

Africa Now: Best Songs of 2025 Top 10

1. Love – Burna Boy

2. WHY LOVE – Asake

3. With You – Davido ft. Omah Lay

4. Baby (Is It A Crime) – Rema

5. Lost – FOLA & Kizz Daniel

6. Very Soon – BNXN & FOLA

7. MARIO KART – Seyi Vibez

8. Funds – Davido ft. ODUMODUBLVCK & Chike

9. Bad Girl – Wizkid ft. Asake

10. 99 – Olamide, Seyi Vibez, Asake & Young Jonn ft. DaecolM