Top 5 trending African hit songs you need to know in 2024
In 2024, the African music industry keep dazzling on the global scene as many music maestros from the region continue to craft quality and exquisite sounds that showcase the richness of the African continent in different genres of music. As it has been recorded in many cases in the past, Afrobeat continues to increase its international visibility with vibrant lyrical compositions and undiluted sounds that are rapidly triggering the ascension of various Afrobeat stars in the international scene.
African talented artists have graced 2024 with lyrically inspiring and impressive hits songs, which have received wide acclaim both locally and internationally. Ranging from partying trigger Amapiano records, Street vibes jams, and Pop singles that incite international accolades to rap that reflect dimensions of Hip Hop that have been welcomed at home. While there is an unflinching hope for more to come, the remarkable stride etched in the music industry in 2024 by afrobeat stars undoubtedly, remains indelible.
From the hits singles that had enjoyed commercial success both locally and globally, here are the Top 5 trending African hit songs in 2024
Biri Marung by Mr Pilato
Biri Marung by the talented artist, Mr Pilato, is an energetic South African track released in 2024; the track's captivating effects portray the unique styles of each artist that lend their voice to the song; the track blends elements of Amapiano and Afrobeat to create an unavoidable rhythm that resonates with listeners' quest. Mr Pilato featured artists including Ego Slimflow, Tebogo G Mashego, Sje Konka, Vocalist, DJ Maphorisa, Scotts Maphuma, and CowBoii.
The massive streams of the track on various platforms at the early stage of its release served as a testament to the commercial success it enjoyed; it significantly gained popularity, hitting over 6.5 million views on YouTube within a month of its release. The track made a significant breakthrough on other streaming platforms, such as Spotify, where it garnered over 8 million streams. Music platform, Tubidy reported that the hit song attracted over 1 million views on their platform just one month after its release.
Funds by Davido
"Funds" is counted among one of the latest singles from Davido's upcoming album, "5ive," it is a hit sound that blends the artistic prowess of Odumodublvck and Chike. Davido, alongside the two singers, delivered stunning verses which connected deeply to the audience. Funds, which is a fusion of Afrobeats and Highlife elements, showcases Davido's commitment to loving his damsel under pleasurable conditions, where money won't be a problem.
The constant release of the latest singles by the Nigerian-American songwriter Davido, which always tops the charts, is a testament to his versatility and inventively natural skills that make the renowned Afrobeat legend stand out uniquely in the music industry. Funds have made its way up to the music world to cap 2024 as it serves as a sequel of the electrifying and lyrically vibrant single "Awuke" released on October 31st, 2024.
On the Nigerian music scene, Davido's name is one of the biggest, and it does not look like it will fizzle out anytime soon. The award-winning songwriter never fails to treat his fans to more crowd-pleasing and electric earworm sounds each year. His latest single, “Funds”, showcases the singer's dedication to providing the music scene with an energetic, lyrical balance.
Skuta Baba Remix by WOODBLOCK DJS
Skuta Baba (Remix) is an energy-giving hit track by South African singer-songwriter WOODBLOCK DJS that can not be left out when talking about the top five trending African hit songs in 2024. WOODBLOCK DJS featured artists such as Buzzi Lee, Kane Keid, Cassper Nyovest, Kwesta, Tony Dayimane, Mvelost, Set-Off, and Somololo. The song has left an impression and a giant stride among songs that topped the chart in 2024 in the African music scene.
The song “Skuta Baba (Remix)” has enjoyed commercial success and was welcomed by fans with open arms internationally as the artists showed their artistic prowess in their various verses.
Wale Wale by Zuchu
Wale Wale" by Tanzanian artist Zuchu is a popular hit song with attention-arresting vibes woven together with enticing lyrics by a talented female singer, Zuchu, from Tanzania, who is a signee under WCB Wasafi Records.
Her song "Wale Wale" has increasingly gained popularity and captivated the hearts of many music lovers, especially the fans of Zuchu. Her “Wale Wale” is a combo of bongo flava and traditional Swahili vibes, reflecting the artist's vocal prodigy with her compelling, catchy voice. The lyrical composition of the song captured the themes of love and celebration.
Awuke by Davido
Afrobeat star, Davido incredibly shines brightly with his exquisite single dubbed "Awuke," which has taken the stage globally and impressively enticed many music lovers to the undiluted sound the vocal prodigy blended with the American singer, YG Marley, who also delivered stunning verse in the music which captured the heart of fans around the globe. Awuke's impressive beat makes it stand competently among the top five trending African hit songs in 2024.
Awuke, which features American singer YG Marley, has been welcomed with open arms internationally as both artists showed their artistic prowess. “Awuke” is a wonderful mix of Afrobeats and Amapiano and is an illustration of Davido and YG Marley expressing their love and romance.
Since the release of Awuke on 31st October 2024, The song has made a significant breakthrough in the music industry; it has set a new record as the first song in Nigeria to clinch number one on Spotify NG in less than a day stream.
Barely 17 hours after the release of the song on 31st October, Davido's “Awuke” replaced Wizkid's track “Piece of My Heart” from the number-one spot on Apple Music. The song, "Awuke", due to its vibrant composition, is a sound you should have in your playlist if you haven't; it captures the theme of love and romance, timely for the season.