Celebrate motherhood with these 21 heartfelt Afrobeats songs, from timeless highlife classics to modern hits.
Mothers hold a sacred place in Afrobeats, a genre built on rhythm, soul, and storytelling. Across generations, artists have used their music to honor the women who raised them, weaving love, sacrifice, and gratitude into their lyrics.
It’s almost a tradition—somewhere in an Afrobeats artist’s catalog, there’s a heartfelt tribute to “Mama,” “Iya,” or “Mummy.” These songs aren’t just sentimental fillers; they’re emotional pillars, often released with…