Q1 2025’s NotJustok’s Afrobeats Power Ranking confirms a lot of what has been felt: competition in the Afrobeats scenario is more intense than ever.
From January to March, artists compete for dominance, rankings reflect their musical achievements, fan engagement and overall influence. The quarter’s roster shows established stars and fast-rising talents, and no artist maintains an undisputed lead, highlighting the depth and diversity of the genre.
As NotJustok reports, here are key facts about the 2025 Afrobeats Power Ranking for Q1, which provides insights into Afrobeats’ evolving landscape around the world.
1. Rema never leaves the top 5 in Q1 2025
- January 3, February 3:2, March 2:3
Rema’s Q1 The top five in 2025 consistently highlights his stable dominance in the Afrobeats scene. Popular songs Calm down,picture Baby (This is a crime) Strategic global collaboration has put him in a huge rotation, with his February peak in second place, reflecting his growing influence on streaming platforms and international rankings.
2. Berner Boys, Asak, Vezkid and Ella Starr did not leave the top ten in Q1 2025
- Burna Boy: January 2, February 2:6, March 1
- Ayra Starr: January 6, February 6: August 8:8
- ASAKE: January: May 5: April 4: 7
- Wizkid: January 1, February 1:9, March 6
NotJustok’s data shows Burna Boy,,,,, only,,,,, viskidand ayra trrrrrrr. In the top ten throughout the first quarter of 2025, it still cannot be shaken. The Bernard Boys’ global tour and Grammy nominated production, Asak’s Amapiano-driven national anthem, the enduring legacy of Vezkid, the youthful energy of Ayra Starr ensures that their rankings never slipped, and Burna Boy’s March 1 covers a penny.
3. No Artist ranked first twice in Q1 2025
- Jacjain (SARDS), Thandlala (February), bone, bone).
Ranking positions in Q1 2025 rotate between Wizkids, silenceand the Bernard Boy, no artist won first place twice. Each monthly shuffle emphasizes Afrobeats’ competitive advantage as every artist leverages new releases, travel and social media buzz to claim a coveted location.
4. Tyla is the first female artist to rank first
Tyla’s history as the first female artist to win No. 1 in February 2025. Her global crush water The subsequent genre fusion resonated with people, marking a critical moment in gender representation among African groups and cementing her as a leading voice.
5. Wizkid is the first person on Earth to peak No. 1
Wizkid’s January 1, 2025 ranking marks him as the first artist to rank No. 1 in the Afrobeats Power rankings. His groundbreaking role in the genre, enhanced by album Made in Lagos And his latest album dyingcontinue to set the standard for Afrobeats’ global dominance.
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