Popular Afrobeats Songs | Featuring the Latest Tracks
Afrobeat is a music genre that originated in the Yoruba culture and Nigeria.
While Afrobeat is heavily influenced by funk and jazz, it has evolved—especially since electronic music became mainstream—into styles reminiscent of reggaeton and dancehall reggae.
In this feature, we’ve picked a wide range of popular Afrobeat tracks, from the latest releases to timeless classics.
At the end of the article, we also explain how Afrobeat has changed from the late 2010s to today.
Be sure to read to the end!
Popular Afrobeats Songs | Introducing the Latest Tracks (1–10)
Mad Over YouRuntown
Runtown is a Nigerian singer-songwriter who is also active as a producer.
He is one of the most successful Afrobeat artists of the 2010s and enjoys global recognition.
One of his signature songs is “Mad Over You,” released in 2017.
While it can broadly be called an Afrobeat track, more precisely, its melody blends Ghana-born highlife with R&B.
IfDavido
When it comes to the most popular Afrobeat musician in the United States, Davido is likely the best fit.
Afrobeat has evolved over time, but compared to hip-hop, its musical shifts have been relatively modest.
Even within Afrobeat, Davido’s sound is highly forward-thinking, incorporating contemporary electro-pop elements.
His hit song “If” is a refined, cutting-edge track that showcases this sophisticated, progressive musicality.
AzontoFuse ODG
The UK has a large African immigrant population and is known for having a sizable market for Afrobeat.
One Afrobeat musician who’s popular there is Fuse ODG.
Afrobeat is basically a genre that mixes soul music with calypso, but in his case, he blends in various other styles such as funk and reggae.
His track “Azonto” is one such work, and its intro even carries elements of house music.
My Woman, My Everything ft. Wande CoalPatoranking
Patronking is an artist from Nigeria.
While he releases Afrobeat tracks, he has also put out many dancehall reggae works, and even his Afrobeat songs are crafted with a strong dancehall vibe.
One of his popular tracks is “My Woman, My Everything ft.
Wande Coal.” As mentioned, its melody strongly incorporates reggae elements, making it feel more powerful than typical Afrobeat songs.
UnderstandOmah Lay
Omah Lay, an artist who became known in Nigeria after his 2019 release “Silent” became a hit.
He originally worked as a composer under the name Lil King, which is why he has strong songwriting skills.
One of his standout tracks is “Understand.” While Afrobeats tends to evolve more slowly than other genres, Omah Lay’s latest Afrobeats sound—infused with hip-hop production—is compelling.
If you’re tired of orthodox Afrobeats, be sure to check it out!
MimbayeurBlanche Bailly ft Mink’s
Blanche Bailly is a leading Cameroonian Afrobeat singer-songwriter.
Strictly speaking, she’s an Afropop artist, and her work has a more pop-oriented feel compared to typical Afrobeat.
Among her songs, a special recommendation is “Mimbayeur.” The track has an African vibe, while the melody is crafted with a modern touch.
It’s a great pick if hard-hitting Afrobeat isn’t your thing.
AdaobiMavins Ft. Don Jazzy, Reekado Banks, Di’ja, Korede Bello
Mavin, a label that enjoys massive popularity in Nigeria.
“Adaobi” is a track that brings together some of Mavin’s flagship artists—Don Jazzy, Reekado Banks, Di’Ja, and Korede Bello—in an all-star collaboration.
It’s like the Afrobeat version of “We Are the World.” Crafted as an up-tempo Afrobeat tune, it features an extremely catchy melody.
If you like feel-good, upbeat tracks, be sure to check it out.