Nigerian gospel artists Nathaniel Bassey and Mercy Chinwo have made history by securing spots among the Top 20 Most-Streamed Nigerian Artists on YouTube Music for Q1 2025, signaling a transformative moment for gospel music’s global reach. According to Debut Hub, a leading music analytics platform, Bassey amassed 52.8 million streams, while Chinwo garnered 46.4 million streams, marking their debut in the upper echelons of Nigeria’s digital music dominance.
This milestone underscores a surging appetite for Nigerian gospel music, with tracks like Chinwo’s “Excess Love” (133 million YouTube views) and Bassey’s “TOBECHUKWU” (featuring Mercy Chinwo Blessed, 39 million streams) resonating across continents. Their success highlights a cultural shift where gospel music now thrives alongside Afrobeats, Afro-pop, and hip-hop on global platforms.
Rema Reigns Supreme as Nigeria’s Most-Streamed Artist in Q1 2025
Afrobeats superstar Rema retains his throne as YouTube Music’s most-streamed Nigerian artist, racking up 223 million streams in Q1 2025. His global anthem “Calm Down” (featuring Selena Gomez) continues to shatter records, surpassing 2.5 billion streams and dominating charts worldwide. Rema’s success cements Afrobeats’ explosive growth and Nigeria’s rising influence in shaping global pop culture.
Top 20 Most-Streamed Nigerian Artists on YouTube Music (Q1 2025)
- Rema — 223 million
- Burna Boy — 171 million
- Ayra Starr — 169 million
- Davido — 113 million
- Wizkid — 102 million
- Omah Lay — 96.7 million
- Kizz Daniel — 67.9 million
- Ruger — 65.7 million
- CKay — 64.6 million
- Asake — 63.4 million
- Tems — 60.4 million
- Fireboy DML — 59.1 million
- Nathaniel Bassey — 52.8 million
- Oxlade — 52.4 million
- Tekno — 50.8 million
- Mercy Chinwo — 46.4 million
- Tiwa Savage — 45.3 million
- Victony — 42.5 million
- Moses Bliss — 41.5 million
- BNXN — 41 million
Nigerian Gospel Music’s Global Surge
Nathaniel Bassey and Mercy Chinwo’s success reflects gospel music’s digital revolution. Bassey’s “Yahweh Sabaoth” (25 million streams) and “Jesus Iye” (32 million streams) showcase his ability to blend worship with contemporary sounds. Meanwhile, Chinwo’s “Excess Love” remains a timeless anthem, proving gospel’s enduring appeal.
Their inclusion in the top 20 highlights YouTube Music’s role in amplifying diverse Nigerian genres, from Afrobeats to gospel, to a global audience.
FAQs: Nigerian Music on YouTube Music (Q1 2025)
Why are Nigerian gospel artists gaining traction globally?
Artists like Nathaniel Bassey and Mercy Chinwo are leveraging digital platforms to share uplifting messages fused with Afro-gospel beats, resonating with audiences seeking spiritual and cultural connection.
How did Rema maintain his #1 spot?
Rema’s “Calm Down” remains a viral phenomenon, boosted by Selena Gomez’s feature and TikTok trends. His innovative blend of Afrobeats and pop continues to captivate listeners.
What does this mean for Nigerian music?
Nigeria’s music industry is diversifying, with gospel, Afrobeats, and Afro-pop artists collectively driving the country’s soft power. Platforms like YouTube Music are critical to this expansion.
Where can I stream these artists?
Explore their music on YouTube Music or their official YouTube channels.
Why is Q1 2025 data significant?
It reflects evolving listener trends and Nigeria’s growing dominance in the global music market.
Conclusion
This achievement not only celebrates Nigeria’s musical diversity but also foreshadows a future where its artists continue to redefine global soundscapes. 🎶
