Most Watched Nigerian Videos on YouTube

 

Most-watched Nigerian videos on YouTube - As musicians turn to visual storytelling to engage fans around the world, YouTube gives Nigeria's burgeoning music scene invaluable exposure.

A look at the most Nigerian music videos currently trending worldwide provides a glimpse of the artists and songs that are currently having a global impact.

The Most Watched Nigerian Videos on YouTube are ‘Calm Down’ – Selena Gomez & Rema, ‘Rush’ – Ayra Starr, ‘People’ – Liya, ‘Plenty Loving’ – Spyro ft. Tiwa Savage, ‘Unavailable’ – Davido ft. Chris Brown, ‘Overdose’ – Rema, ‘Lonely At The Top’ – Asake, ‘Buga’ – Kizz Daniel ft. Tekno,  ‘Cough’ – Kizz Daniel etc.

These musicians—from alt-RandB superstar Rema to Afrobeat sensations like Burna Boy—showcase Nigeria's rich musical diversity through upbeat songs and inventive videos. These hot new clips, which visually capture distinctive rhythms and styles, demonstrate Afrobeats' ongoing mainstream ascent.

Here are most-watched Nigerian videos on YouTube

 

• ‘Rush’ – Ayra Starr

Ayra Starr gained fame in 2021 thanks to her breakthrough hit "Bloody Samaritan" after winning a talent contest. Her meteoric rise continued in 2022 with the summer anthem "Rush," whose upbeat music video garnered 7+ million views in a matter of months. Starr, 19, exudes limitless charm befitting the self-assured new generation of afrobeats while flaunting designer clothing and confidence.

 

• ‘People’ – Liya

Liya, a seductive R&B singer, gained notoriety in 2022 with her single "People," which advocated concentrating only on wholesome connections. Liya's hypnotic presence and mesmerizing vocals are the focal point of the chic music video, which features moody visuals that match the track's lush vibe. "People," which quickly surpassed 1 million views, announced Liya as the upcoming alt-R&B starlet of Nigeria.

 

• ‘Calm Down’ – Selena Gomez & Rema

This summer, Selena Gomez, an American pop legend, and Rema, a rising star in Nigerian R&B, collaborated on the mellow feel-good song "Calm Down," which combines English and Yoruba lyrics. Its energetic music video, which quickly attracted 37+ million views, features images of tropical beaches and fluid dancing. Through cross-cultural collaboration, "Calm Down" demonstrates the growing global influence of African music.

 

• ‘Unavailable’ – Davido ft. Chris Brown

After years of dominating Nigeria, international afro-pop star Davido recently worked with American R&B legend Chris Brown on the seductive slow jam "Unavailable.". The expensive music video shows Davido and Brown serenading their partners in front of opulent scenery. The song "Unavailable" amassed 2+ million views in just one week, showcasing Davido's appeal and connections in the US.

 

• ‘Overdose’ – Rema

Rema released "Overdose," a solo song in August 2022, mixing Afropop, EDM, and R&B/hip-hop swagger, as a follow-up to his features with Selena Gomez and Chris Brown. Rema dances through colorful backdrops in the colorful music video. "Overdose," which quickly surpassed 800,000 views, demonstrates Rema's versatility by fusing genres in both the audio and visual aspects.

 

• ‘Lonely At The Top’ – Asake

Fast-rising Nigerian artist Asake made a splash in 2022 with the viral hit "Sungba," and soon after, he released another hit song about the difficulties of stardom, "Lonely At The Top.". Asake muses on fame in the song's cinematic music video, which draws inspiration from action thrillers. "Lonely At The Top," which garnered over a million views in a matter of weeks, demonstrates Asake's talent for lyrical hooks and visual storytelling.

 

• ‘Plenty Loving’ – Spyro ft. Tiwa Savage

For the summertime hit "Plenty Loving," which fuses electronic production with African rhythms, popular Nigerian producer Spyro collaborated with afrobeats diva Tiwa Savage. The flirtatious music video shows Spyro trying to win Tiwa over with extravagant displays of love and romance. "Plenty Loving," which is fueled by Tiwa's star power, demonstrates how Nigerian music is still developing.

 

• ‘Buga’ – Kizz Daniel ft. Tekno

With the help of Tekno's guest appearance on his smash "Buga," seasoned Nigerian singer Kizz Daniel dominated the summer of 2022. A professional dance team, flashy cars, and eye-catching clothing are all featured in the captivating music video, which has garnered 13+ million YouTube views and amplified "Buga's" popularity throughout Africa and its diaspora. "Buga" shows that Nigeria's well-known stars are still capable of creating songs with enormous viral potential.

 

• ‘Cough’ – Kizz Daniel

Shortly before "Buga," Nigerian R&B hitmaker Kizz Daniel generated buzz with the racy party song "Cough," which celebrated opulent lifestyles. The provocative music video, which has garnered "Cough" 7+ million views, continues the theme with shots of scantily clad dancers, pricey liquor, and luxurious vehicles. Between more sexy tracks and romantic songs, Kizz Daniel demonstrates his range of creativity.

 

• ‘This Year’ – Victor Thompson ft. Ehis D Greatest

Following the release of his single "This Year" and its upbeat music video, which features spirited group dancing, gospel-afrobeats fusion artist Victor Thompson from Nigeria has gained a following. The song "This Year," which has amassed over 700,000 views on YouTube, shows how Nigerian music is popular not only in clubs but also in churches thanks to its spiritual lyrics and Afrobeats production.

 

• ‘Ojuelegba’ – Wizkid

With the 2011 breakout hit "Ojuelegba," which was named after the Lagos neighborhood where he started singing, Wizkid gained his first local notoriety in Nigeria before dominating charts worldwide. Although Wizkid's modern videos are much glossier, "Ojuelegba's" lo-fi video introduces many fans to his modest upbringing and abilities.

 

• ‘Last Last’ – Burna Boy

Nigerian superstar Burna Boy made his official comeback this summer with the laid-back sounds of "Last Last" after receiving a Grammy for his 2020 album Twice as Tall. Burna's distinctive artistic eye is highlighted in the cinematic music video's surreal visuals, which helped it garner 8+ million views. Burna Boy is dedicated to making original music and visually stunning videos even after achieving international fame.

 

• ‘Soweto’ – Victony ft. Don Toliver

Through his single "Soweto," which featured American musician Don Toliver, fast-rising Nigerian rapper Victony sparked interest in 2022. Glossy visuals contrast Lagos cityscapes with rural African villages in the moving music video. Through clever collaborations, "Soweto," which quickly surpassed 900,000 views, highlighted Victony's crossover potential.

 

• ‘Love Nwantiti’ – CKay ft. Joeboy & Kuami Eugene

CKay's infectious Afrobeats song "Love Nwantiti," which was initially released in 2019, went viral on TikTok and social media in 2021, making it a runaway global hit. Over 20 million people have watched the remix video, which features Ghanaian Kuami Eugene and Nigerian artist Joeboy, in the last year, demonstrating the universal appeal of "Love Nwantiti's" upbeat, celebratory vibes.

 

• ‘Soso’ – Omah Lay

Omah Lay, a Nigerian alt-R&B singer, made a comeback in 2022 with the single "Soso," whose captivating music video depicts Omah pursuing an enigmatic muse through the wilderness, following the release of her breakthrough hit "You" in 2020. Fast approaching 4+ million views, "Soso" proves Omah Lay can create captivating visuals to go along with his hypnotic music.

 

 

Final thought

Nigeria's Musically Diverse Hits are Highlighted.

From Afrobeats pioneers like Wizkid to rising acts like Victony, Nigerian music videos continue to captivate audiences around the world with their compelling visual narratives. Veterans maintain their creativity over time to ensure longevity. Rookies create viral moments that advance their nascent careers. Nigeria's diverse musical landscape is connected to the rest of the world via YouTube.

Nigerian music videos transform local preferences into worldwide obsessions by fusing catchy tunes with eye-catching visuals. Afrobeats' joyful expression unites cultures from all over the world. Nigerian music is widely heard today thanks to YouTube.