The Digest:
Apple Music has named Burna Boy’s “Love” the number one African song of 2025, leading a star-studded “Africa Now” playlist dominated by Nigerian artists, reaffirming the country’s influential voice in shaping the continent’s soundscape.
Key Points:
- Burna Boy’s track “Love,” from his album No Sign of Weakness, claimed the top spot.
- Asake’s “WHY LOVE” followed in second place on the 100-song playlist.
- Davido and Omah Lay’s collaboration “With You” secured third position.
- Nigerian stars Rema, Wizkid, and newcomer FOLA featured prominently.
- The list celebrates Afrobeats, amapiano, and other African genres.
- The announcement sparked widespread reactions from fans across social media.
- The playlist underscores Nigeria’s continued dominance in African popular music.
Sources: Apple Music, Social Media
