Burna Boy is enjoying one of the biggest moments of his career, proving once again why he remains one of Africa's most influential music exports.
The Nigerian Afrofusion superstar recorded an impressive 46.84 million monthly listeners on Spotify as of June 30, 2026, making him the most-streamed African artist in the platform's history.
Burna beat Shakira, who held an equally impressive 46.64 million listeners.
Interestingly, the achievement comes at a time when Dai Dai, his latest collaboration with the Colombian pop icon, is dominating charts across the world.
The song, selected as the official anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has become a global sensation, helping Burna Boy climb to No. 1 on Spotify's Global chart on July 1.
He has also made history as the first African artist to top the Global YouTube Music Weekly Top Songs chart.
Adding to the milestone, Burna Boy has surpassed 10 billion career streams across all Spotify credits, further solidifying his place among the world's biggest music stars.
Away from the charts, the Grammy-winning singer recently celebrated his 35th birthday with an intimate family gathering that gave fans a rare glimpse into his personal life.
Videos shared online showed Burna Boy reflecting on his journey while surrounded by close family members, including his mother and longtime manager, Bose Ogulu.
The occasion also celebrated his grandfather, legendary broadcaster and former Fela Kuti manager Pa Benson Idonije, who recently turned 90.
During the celebration, Burna Boy described him as "the greatest man in the world" and credited him with inspiring and shaping his musical journey.
The singer is now preparing to release his highly anticipated album, No Sign of Weakness.
The project has already generated significant buzz, with reports confirming a collaboration with fellow Nigerian star Asake.
As part of the album rollout, Burna Boy has partnered with cultural collective Air Afrique to release a limited edition CD exclusively in France, alongside a major album launch party in Paris.