Nigerian music superstars Wizkid and Asake have made African music history with their hit collaboration “Jogodo,” which has become the fastest African song to surpass 10 million streams on Spotify in less than seven days. Released on January 16, 2026 as the lead single from their highly anticipated joint project REAL (Vol. 1), “Jogodo” has smashed previous streaming benchmarks on the platform and captivated listeners across the world.
According to music analytics platforms, the track crossed 10 million Spotify streams in record time, showcasing the explosive global demand for Afrobeats and solidifying the duo’s impact on the international music stage.
The milestone builds on “Jogodo’s” already impressive performance including setting the biggest first week for any song in Spotify Nigeria history and amassing over 5 million streams in its initial days.
The record-breaking song is part of REAL (Vol. 1), a four-track EP officially released on January 23, 2026, marking the first full collaboration project between Wizkid and Asake. Industry observers say the achievement underscores the growing global influence of Nigerian music and the power of digital streaming platforms in amplifying African artists’ reach. 🎶 “Jogodo” continues to dominate playlists worldwide and stands as a major milestone for Afrobeats in 2026.
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