The April 2025 edition of Afrobeats Power Rankings written by NotJustok captures another prevalent month in the genre, full of big rewards, viral collaborations and heavyweight album Drops.
The ranking weighs in the streams from digital streaming platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music and Boomplay; social media engagement; new April releases; streams throughout the catalogue in April, and overall cultural impact. This month, fresh drips are huge – like Davido 5ive and black Sherif Iron Boy– Significantly shocked the order.
Let’s explore the top ten, focus on major climbers, and break down what makes April one of the busiest Afrobeats months in recent memory.
Top 10 – Heavy Batsman
1. Davido – David Put him in the first place 5ive Album. Tracks Sister Nko,,,,, Bend my souland On my neck Explode on the platform and dominated the chart of April.
2. Black Sherif – The biggest jump of the month. Thanks to the release Iron Boya deep emotional and original album. song Tens of millions and Sad stars In Ghana, Nigeria and the diaspora are strongly connected.
3. Odumodublvck – A huge leap into the top three. decline The machine is coming soon Push Odumodublvck into the elite realm. Tracks Jump out (17 & Ramz) and Anti-World Government Refueling flow peak and positive reviews.
4. Oma lying – Skip quietly from #10 to #4. With no new releases in April, his existing catalogue continues to top the list, with the help of fan engagement and strong global performance.
5. Rema – Down from #2 to #5, but still stays strong. His April decline Round you And the lingering power Hey and Benin Boy Continue to put him in a heavy rotation.
6. TAYC – Since last month, TAYC has continued to bridge Afrobeats with the Francophone world, aligning with the streaming and travel tours.
7 – Down from #3 to #7, but the impact on him is still very big Shakur Deluxe Release and Popular Features obstacle With Rexxie and Rybeena.
8. Bernard Boy – Slightly drop from #7. Although he didn’t have a solo in April, his mix rot With Shallipopi adding enough buzz to keep him on the ground.
9. silence – Although there is no new music, silence Her top ten due to continued global traction Silence+ Her functions Bombshell Use with Skyla Tylaa and Diamond Platnumz.
10. viskid – Down from #4 to #10. His April function gimme With Ayra Starr and from dying Help him stay in the conversation.
The biggest climber – who rises quickly?
Black Sherif (#26→#2)
- Why: issued Iron Boy Charming fans of West Africa and the UK.
- Key track: zero,,,,, Tens of millions,,,,, January 4
odumodublvck (#17→#3)
- Why: The machine is coming soon Created a cultural moment where themes resonate between streets and online listeners.
- Outstanding person: Jump out,,,,, Anti-World Government,,,,, Adam
Omah Lay (#10→#4)
- Why: There is no new April, but his back catalog and Tiktok virus keep him going.
Johnny Teases (#18)
- Why: He rode Angelina Using Fireboy DML and police With Kizz Daniel and Angelique Kidjo.
Blood (#22)
- Why: Lost (With Kizz Daniel) and Dangbana Riddim (With Bella Shmurda) proved to be a favorite of April.
Famous entries and returns
Rybeena
- Exposed from it obstacle Together with Rexxie, put him back on the radar.
Lil Kesh (#33)
- and Get it forevershow more maturity and positive flow.
Olivetheboy (#34)
- blue EP helped him sweep the list with support from Ghana and Nigeria.
Mayorta (#47)
- Reason 2 JAPA It turned into a viral moment, rekindling interest in the mayor of Lagos.
Phyno (#43)
- God’s Design Jux marked his only major level of the year, sparking nostalgia among fans.
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