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Top 10 Afrobeats Tracks That Defined the Year

Afrobeats has taken over global airwaves with its infectious rhythms, bold fashion, and cross-cultural collaborations. This year, the genre solidified its place at the heart of pop culture — from sold-out arenas to TikTok trends and Grammy nominations.

Here are the Top 10 Afrobeats tracks that defined the year, turning up the heat on dancefloors, playlists, and streaming charts around the world.

🎶 1. “Water” – Tyla

Afro-pop perfection with global appeal

Tyla’s sultry hit blended amapiano vibes with Afrobeats energy, making “Water” one of the most viral tracks of the year. From Billboard chart success to global TikTok domination, it put South Africa firmly in the spotlight.

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🎶 2. “Unavailable” – Davido ft. Musa Keys

When Afrobeats meets amapiano

From his Timeless album, Davido’s “Unavailable” was an instant banger, fusing Afrobeat drums with mellow amapiano textures. The infectious chorus made it a summer anthem.

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🎶 3. “Sability” – Ayra Starr

Young queen energy

Ayra Starr dropped this bold and catchy track early in the year and it stayed on repeat. With a confident attitude and genre-blending sound, she reminded the world why she’s the reigning princess of Afrobeats.

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🎶 4. “City Boys” – Burna Boy

Afrofusion with street swagger

From his I Told Them album, Burna Boy delivered “City Boys” with his signature braggadocio and heavy beats. The track became a club favorite and confirmed Burna’s global dominance.

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🎶 5. “Party No Dey Stop” – Adekunle Gold ft. Zinoleesky

Good vibes only

This feel-good anthem rode the wave of post-pandemic positivity. The blend of street-wise melodies and party-ready beats made it a favorite for weddings, brunches, and radio.

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🎶 6. “Reason” – Omah Lay

Emotional Afrobeat at its finest

Omah Lay delivered another reflective banger that touched the soul. “Reason” stood out with its introspective lyrics layered over dreamy percussion.

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🎶 7. “Terminator” – Asake

Street bop with cultural flair

Asake’s signature mix of Yoruba chants, log drum basslines, and street slang delivered another viral hit. “Terminator” had fans dancing and decoding lyrics across Africa and the diaspora.

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🎶 8. “Calm Down (Remix)” – Rema ft. Selena Gomez

Global crossover magic

While released earlier, this remix stayed hot throughout the year, breaking records for most-streamed Afrobeats song ever on Spotify. Rema’s cool delivery paired with Gomez’s sultry vocals made it global gold.

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🎶 9. “Charm” – Rema

Wavy, hypnotic, and fresh

Rema struck again with “Charm,” showcasing his versatility with smooth vocals and wavy production. The track’s low-key brilliance made it a playlist favorite from Lagos to London.

Top Keywords: Rema Charm song, Nigerian Afrobeats 2025, chill Afrobeats vibes

🎶 10. “Gwagwalada” – BNXN (Buju) ft. Kizz Daniel & Seyi Vibez

Street anthem certified

This collaboration brought the best of Afrobeats and street-hop together. With a catchy hook and gritty beat, “Gwagwalada” earned its place on the year’s top 10 with heavy radio play.

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🔥 Honorable Mentions:

  • “Big 7” – Burna Boy
  • “All My Life” – Oxlade
  • “Cast” – Shallipopi
  • “Balenciaga” – Teni
  • “Holiday” – Rema
Top 10 Afrobeats Tracks That Defined the Year

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