The Afrobeats Power Ranking for February 2025 is here, and they’re telling an exciting story about a genre that’s always on the move.
Pulling together streaming numbers, chart wins, social media buzz, and their overall sway in the music scene, this list spotlights the big names holding strong and the exciting new talents breaking through, all based on what they did in February 2025 alone.
Let’s dive into the Top 10, root for the artists who made the wildest leaps from January, and tip our hats to fresh faces like Kunmie, whose debut track Arike and EP Before We Became Strangers earned him a well-deserved spot in the Afrobeats Power Ranking for February 2025.
What’s the Afrobeats Power Ranking All About?
The Afrobeats Power Ranking by NotJustOk is like a monthly report card for Afrobeats artists. It looks at streaming numbers, chart performance, social media influence, and overall industry impact to figure out who’s running the game. It’s not just about who’s got the most plays—it’s about who’s making waves and shaping the sound.
See the full scoop on how the Afrobeats Power Ranking is compiled.
Top 10: Who’s Leading the Pack?
- Tyla (982 points) – She wasn’t even on the list last month, but Tyla’s Push 2 Start remix with Sean Paul has taken her straight to #1. It’s a worldwide banger!
- Rema (541.09 points) – Dropping from #3 to #2, Rema’s still a big deal and not going anywhere.
- Seyi Vibez (505.19 points) – Zooming up from #13 to #3, thanks to his hot Children of Africa EP.
- Asake (288.71 points) – Up one spot from #5, Asake’s good vibes keep him climbing.
- Victony (287.38 points) – Jumping from #16 to #5 with his dope track Pity This Boy featuring ODUMODUBLVCK.
- Burna Boy (263.92 points) – Down from #2 to #6, but still a king in the game.
- ODUMODUBLVCK (199.25 points) – New to the list at #7, riding the wave of Pity This Boy.
- Ayra Starr (198.94 points) – Slipping from #6 to #8, but still shining bright.
- Wizkid (161.68 points) – The old #1 now at #9—his star power’s still strong.
- Ruger (132.30 points) – Up from #14, Ruger’s hustle is paying off.
The Biggest Climbers
February 2025 was wild, with some artists leaping up the list thanks to killer tracks. Here’s who made the biggest moves:
- Tyla (Unranked to #1) – Tyla’s Push 2 Start remix with Sean Paul is everywhere—streaming like crazy and blowing up TikTok with dance videos. She’s the new global face of Afrobeats.
- Seyi Vibez (#13 to #3) – Up 10 spots, Seyi Vibez dropped the Children of Africa EP, and its street-pop vibes—especially the title track—are ruling Nigeria right now.
- Victony (#16 to #5) – A huge 11-spot jump! His song Pity This Boy with ODUMODUBLVCK is real and raw, getting tons of love on X.
- Adekunle Gold (#34 to #19) – Climbing 15 spots, Obimo—a sweet, highlife-flavored love song—has brought him back into the spotlight.
- Bella Shmurda (#29 to #22) – Up 7 spots with Verily, a chill, thoughtful tune that’s winning fans over.
- Joeboy (#36 to #25) – A solid 11-spot rise, thanks to his steady stream of hits.
The Biggest Drops: Who Took a Tumble?
Not everyone soared this month—some big names saw their rankings slide in February. Here’s a look at the most notable drops:
- Wizkid (#1 to #9) – The former chart-topper fell 8 spots. Without a major February release, his streaming and buzz couldn’t keep pace with the new wave.
- Burna Boy (#2 to #6) – Down 4 spots, Burna’s still a giant, but quieter activity this month let others steal the shine.
- TML Vibez (#4 to #17) – A steep 13-spot drop. After a strong January, TML Vibez didn’t drop anything big enough to hold his ground.
New Kid on the Block: Kunmie’s Big Entrance
February wasn’t just about the usual suspects—new talent crashed the party too. Leading the pack is Kunmie, who landed at #16 with 71.00 points. His breakout hit, Arike, released February 15, 2025, is a soulful love song that’s taken over TikTok with 186,000+ videos and scored 7 million Spotify streams in less than a month. It peaked at #2 on Spotify’s Global Viral Chart and hit #1 on Nigeria’s Viral 50—talk about a debut! Then, in early March, he dropped Before We Became Strangers, a four-song EP with tracks like the deep I Admit, the upbeat Majekaja, and the romantic Arike and One More Chance. This combo of a viral single and a solid EP shot Kunmie into the rankings, making him a name to watch.
Other fresh faces like ODUMODUBLVCK (#7) with Pity This Boy and Moliy (#15) are also shaking things up, but Kunmie’s fast rise from nowhere to #16 shows how a big song and a strong project can make you a star in Afrobeats today.
What’s the Vibe?
This month’s rankings feel like a tug-of-war between the young crew—Seyi Vibez, Victony, and Kunmie—and the OGs like Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Davido (#13). Tyla’s #1 takeover proves Afrobeats is going worldwide, and newbies like Kunmie show there are tonnes of fresh energy in the mix. Some January faves like BhadBoi OML and DJ 4kerty didn’t make the cut this time, which just proves how tough this game is.
Songs like Push 2 Start (Remix), Children of Africa EP, Pity This Boy, Obimo, Verily, and Arike show off Afrobeats’ flavours—big collabs, street jams, and smooth love tunes—pushing artists up and keeping the genre exciting.
You can see the full February 2025 Afrobeats Power Ranking here with all 50 spots.
