In a testament to the global rise of Afrobeats, Nigerian music projects continue to shatter records on the U.S. Billboard World Albums chart. As of August 27, 2025, Wizkid’s Made in Lagos holds the top spot with 163 weeks, underscoring the evergreen nature of the album.
This list highlights the top 10 longest-charting Nigerian albums, blending cultural icons and modern stars. Drawing from Billboard data, international chart feats, and streaming insights, these projects have amassed billions of streams and crossed borders, from UK Official Charts to Spotify global rankings.
Made in Lagos — 163 weeks
Wizkid’s 2020 album revolutionised Afrobeats internationally, debuting on the Billboard World Albums chart and peaking at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. It also reached No. 8 on the UK Official Albums Chart, spending 14 weeks there. On Spotify, it has garnered over 764 million streams, with the deluxe edition adding over 1 billion more. X users celebrated its milestone, noting Essence’s role in pushing 9 billion total artist streams on Spotify.
Rave & Roses — 149 weeks
Rema’s 2022 album (Ultra edition) marked a youthful explosion. Rema’s Rave & Roses charted on the Billboard World Albums chart for an impressive 147 weeks, peaking at number 2, and was still on the chart as of August 12, 2025, holding the #16 spot. This made it one of the longest-charting Nigerian and African albums in history, with its final weeks on the chart being in July and August 2025
It peaked at No. 25 on the UK Albums Chart. Data shows the album has accumulated over 3 billion Spotify streams, making it the first African album to surpass that number.
Love, Damini — 63 weeks
Burna Boy’s 2022 Grammy-nominated set peaked at No. 2 on World Albums and No. 14 on the Billboard 200, while reaching No. 14 on the UK Albums Chart. It has over 1.5 billion Spotify streams. ChartMasters on X emphasised its role in Burna Boy’s 7.29 billion total streams, with tracks like ‘Last Last’ dominating global playlists.
Born in the Wild — 61 weeks
Tems’ 2024 sophomore album burst onto the scene, debuting and peaking at No. 2 on Billboard World Albums chart after sending 11 tracks to the U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart. It was the highest debut for a Nigerian female act and a Nigerian album in 2024.
It peaked at No. 197 on the Billboard 200 and entered the UK charts via viral singles. Data reports 578 million Spotify streams, with the title track alone at 6 million. On X, @Billboard shared its chart debut buzz, boosting Tems’ 1 billion+ artist streams.
The Best of The Black President — 45 weeks
Fela Kuti’s timeless 1999 compilation, honouring the Afrobeat pioneer, has endured on World Albums due to renewed interest. It charted modestly on UK compilations historically, but gained traction in Europe. The album has over 68 million Spotify streams, reflecting legacy appeal. It comprises classic songs like “Water No Get Enemy” (28.9 million), “Zombie” (16.7 million), “Gentleman” (5.7 million), “Let’s Start” (4.6 million), and “Trouble Sleep Yanga Wake Am” (4.2 million).
The Year I Turned 21 — 45 weeks
Ayra Starr’s 2024 release debuted on the Billboard World Albums Chart in June 2024 at number 4 and No. 192 on the Billboard 200, while hitting UK charts amid Coachella hype. The album has amassed over 1 billion Spotify streams, with over 500 million shortly after launch, becoming the first Nigerian female music album to achieve this feat.
I Told Them… — 43 weeks
Burna Boy’s 2023 project peaked at No. 2 on Billboard World Albums Charts and No. 24 on the Billboard 200, with a UK entry at No. 13. The album has generated around 800 million Spotify streams, fueled by features like 21 Savage, Dave, RZA, GZA, and J.Cole as Burna Boy gave nod to hip-hop with the album. Some of the most popular songs on the album include Big 7, City Boys, Sittin’ On Top Of The World, and Tested, Approved & Trusted.
CKay The First — 41 weeks
CKay’s 2019 EP introduced global hits like ‘Love Nwantiti’, which debuted high on the Billboard World Albums Chart and influenced the UK viral charts. It has over 1 billion Spotify streams driven largely by the global success of the single ‘Love Nwantiti’.
African Giant — 37 weeks
Burna Boy’s 2019 album, Grammy-nominated, topped World Albums and reached No. 54 on the Billboard 200, No. 34 in the UK. Kworb estimates 900 million+ Spotify streams. X data from @Songstats highlighted its foundational 7.5 billion artist streams impact.
A Good Time — 25 weeks
Davido’s 2019 album charted on the Billboard World Albums and UK at No. 39, with 423,106,062 Spotify streams. The album is listed among Davido’s top albums, nearing 8.2 billion total streams.
These feats signal Afrobeats’ unbreakable global stride, with streaming platforms amplifying their reach.
