Black Sherif’s 'The Villain I Never Was' surpasses 500m Audiomack streams
Ghanaian music sensation Black Sherif has achieved a new career milestone as his debut album The Villain I Never Was has surpassed 500 million streams on Audiomack.
The achievement, which surfaced online on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, officially positions the project as the fifth most streamed album of all time on the global streaming platform.
Released in October 2022, The Villain I Never Was quickly catapulted Black Sherif into the international spotlight, blending introspective lyrics with his signature fusion of drill, Afrobeats, and highlife influences. The album features fan favorites like Kwaku the Traveller, Soja, and 45, which contributed significantly to its massive streaming numbers.
This latest feat solidifies Black Sherif’s status as one of Africa’s most impactful young voices in music, continuing to break barriers and set new records. Fans and music enthusiasts across the continent have flooded social media with congratulatory messages, praising the artist for his authenticity and consistency.
With this record, Black Sherif joins an elite class of African artists dominating digital platforms and setting new standards for musical excellence.
🚨 Black Sherif's "The Villain I Never Was" has surpassed 500 MILLION streams on Audiomack 📊
— 𝗔𝗟𝗕𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 📀 (@AlbumTalksHQ) April 8, 2025
— It's the fifth most streamed project of all time on the platform 👏🏽🔥 pic.twitter.com/Zkgl3AaYWF
