The Turntable Charts for Q1 2025 have officially dropped, spotlighting the most streamed songs in Nigeria from January to March. The list reveals what Nigerians are vibing to, blending Afrobeat, street-pop, Amapiano, and soulful anthems.
From breakout stars to industry giants, the top 10 most streamed songs in Nigeria Q1 2025 show just how diverse and dynamic the local music scene has become. Here’s the full rundown:
1. ‘Joy Is Coming’ – Fido (46.6 million streams)
Fido takes the number one spot with this soul-lifting anthem that fuses Afrobeat with spiritual undertones. “Joy Is Coming” resonated across the country, proving Fido’s growing dominance on the airwaves.
2. ‘Kese (Dance)’ – Wizkid (30 million streams)
Wizkid’s rhythmic track celebrates dance and African sounds. With over 4 million YouTube views, “Kese (Dance)” cements Wizkid’s unmatched star power more than a decade into his career.
3. ‘Funds’ – Davido ft. ODUMODUBLVCK & Chike (27.8 million streams)
This genre-blending collab fuses Afrobeat, Amapiano, R&B, and hip-hop. “Funds” showcases lyrical finesse and sonic versatility, while its official video has amassed 15 million views.
4. ‘who does that?’ – FOLA ft. Bella Shmurda (21.7 million streams)
FOLA emerges as a rising voice with this catchy track featuring Bella Shmurda. Afro-street vibes and relatable lyrics helped push it to viral status, earning over 4.1 million video views.
5. ‘Relationship’ – Berri-Tiga & Peruzzi (21.5 million streams)
This ballad dives deep into love and heartbreak. With smooth vocals and mellow production, “Relationship” has struck a chord with listeners seeking emotional depth in Afro-pop.
6. ‘Awolowo’ – Fido (20.1 million streams)
Fido appears again with “Awolowo,” paying tribute to the legendary statesman. Its melody and message connected with audiences, even in the absence of an official music video.
7. ‘Bad Girl’ – Wizkid ft. Asake (19.9 million streams)
Off Wizkid’s MORAYO album, “Bad Girl” brings the heat with an Afrobeat-Amapiano combo. It dominated airwaves and club playlists, with the video hitting 3 million views.
8. ‘Are you there?’ – Ayo Maff (19.6 million streams)
Ayo Maff’s debut hit blends Yoruba-infused lyrics with catchy rhythms. He’s one to watch, having already gained 3 million views for the video and 19 million channel-wide.
9. ‘MMS’ – Asake & Wizkid (19.5 million streams)
This sultry collaboration from the Lungu Boy album tells a story of love and longing. “MMS” went viral on social media and its October video release has pulled in 7.4 million views.
10. ‘Pxy Drip’ – Naira Marley (19.1 million streams)
Naira Marley makes a bold return with “Pxy Drip.” The track’s “I’m back” opening line became a meme and TikTok favorite, showing Marley’s flair for viral moments still holds strong.
Q1 2025 has spotlighted a mix of enduring legends and emerging talent in Nigeria’s music scene. With Fido’s dual appearance, Wizkid’s consistency, and fresh voices like FOLA and Ayo Maff, the charts reflect evolving trends and tastes
As the year unfolds, fans can expect more genre-crossing hits and viral sensations dominating playlists and airwaves. The numbers don’t lie—Nigerian music is thriving both at home and globally.
