Nathaniel Bassey, Moses Bliss, Mercy Chinwo Among Top Streamed Gospel Artists on Spotify Africa.

Spotify has unveiled the list of the most streamed gospel artists in Sub-Saharan Africa, and it’s no surprise that Nigerian gospel stars are dominating the charts. The impressive rise of Nigerian music is now taking the gospel genre to new heights, with fresh talents captivating global audiences.

In the Spotify Wrapped 2024 report, Africa’s love for gospel music reached new milestones, with the genre securing the 9th spot among the most-streamed genres in the region. From the powerful choirs of South Africa to the soulful voices of Nigeria, gospel music is enjoying a renaissance that’s resonating across the continent and beyond.

Traditionally, foreign gospel music had a stronghold in Africa, but now there’s a shift towards homegrown talent, with more local artists making waves. This marks a new chapter for African gospel music, showcasing its growing influence on African culture and its ability to connect with listeners worldwide.

Among the standout names is Nathaniel Bassey, who claimed the second spot, right behind Maverick City Music. Other Nigerian gospel heavyweights in the top 10 include Moses Bliss, Dunsin Oyekan, Sunmisola Agbebi, and Mercy Chinwo, each making their mark as trailblazers in the genre.

One of the standout trends in African gospel music is the infusion of Afrobeats into traditional gospel sounds, creating a vibrant and fresh take on the genre that’s winning over a diverse audience. A perfect example of this fusion is Annatoria’s Afrobeats rendition of In the Room by Maverick City Music, which has taken the region by storm. Annatoria now reigns as the highest-streamed female Afro-gospel artist with 600,000 monthly listeners.

Further proof of Afro-gospel’s impact is seen in the viral success of Omemma, a track co-written by Afro-gospel artist Tim Godfrey and performed by Chandler Moore. The song secured a spot in the top 20 most-streamed gospel songs in Sub-Saharan Africa and became a social media sensation.

Check out the full list of the top-streamed gospel artists and songs in Sub-Saharan Africa on Spotify:

Top 10 Most Streamed Gospel Artists in Sub-Saharan Africa

1. Maverick City Music
2. Nathaniel Bassey
3. Joyous Celebration
4. Spirit of Praise
5. Moses Bliss
6. Dunsin Oyekan
7. Chandler Moore
8. Sunmisola Agbebi
9. Mercy Chinwo
10. Cece Winans

Top 10 Most Streamed Gospel Songs in Sub-Saharan Africa

1. B’Ola (Honour) – Sunmisola Agbebi
2. I Will Pray – Ebuka Songs
3. Praise – Elevation Worship, Brandon Lake, Chris Brown, Chandler Moore
4. You Are Great – Moses Bliss, Festizie, Chizie, Neeja, S.O.N Music, Ajay Asika
5. Thath’Indawo (Live) – Spirit of Praise, Mpumi Mtsweni
6. Ungukuphila – Xolly Mncwango
7. What A Beautiful Name – Hillsong Worship, Brooke Ligertwood
8. Jireh – Elevation Worship, Maverick City Music, Chandler Moore, Naomi Raine
9. Calling My Name (I’m A Soldier) – Live – Ebuka Songs
10. Goodness of God – Live – CeCe Winans

The rise of these artists signals a major shift in Africa’s musical landscape, and it’s clear that gospel music is not just surviving but thriving in the global spotlight.