The albums that define
afrobeats.
Our picks for where to start with afrobeats — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top Afrobeats artists
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The afrobeats essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Chris Brown
Chris Brown
A vibrant blend of contemporary R&B and hip-hop infused with infectious pop melodies and rhythmic grooves.
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Chris Brown
Before the Trap – Nights in Tarzana
A vibrant blend of Afrobeats and R&B that pulsates with energetic dance rhythms and smooth melodic flows.
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Simi
Simisola
A vibrant fusion of Afrobeats, R&B, and soul, infused with heartfelt narratives and catchy melodies.
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2Baba
Grass 2 Grace
A vibrant fusion of Afrobeats and contemporary R&B, marrying rhythmic grooves with heartfelt lyrics.
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Sarkodie
No Pressure
A vibrant blend of Afrobeats and hip-hop infused with introspective lyrics and celebratory beats.
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Headie One
Music x Road
A gritty blend of UK drill and Afrobeats, showcasing intense storytelling over pulsating beats.
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Headie One
Edna
A vibrant blend of UK drill and Afrobeats that pulses with raw emotion and rhythmic innovation.
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Dr Sid
Turning Point
An infectious blend of Afrobeats rhythms and catchy hooks that captures the essence of contemporary Nigerian pop.
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Runtown
Ghetto University
A vibrant fusion of Afrobeats and contemporary sounds, Ghetto University pulses with rhythmic energy and urban storytelling.
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AKA
MASS COUNTRY
A vibrant fusion of Afrobeats and hip-hop rhythms that reflects contemporary South African culture.
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Miri Ben-Ari
The Hip-Hop Violinist
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Odumodublvck
Eziokwu
Eziokwu fuses vibrant Afrobeats with gritty drill, creating an energetic tapestry of street narratives and infectious grooves.
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Joeboy
Somewhere Between Beauty & Magic
A vibrant blend of Afrobeats and contemporary R&B, pulsating with both romance and infectious grooves.
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