Afrobeats and Amapiano Lead Africa’s Musical Revolution – Nigeria Communications Week

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Five people stand together on stage, posing for a group photo against a dark background, embodying the spirit of Africa’s Musical Revolution.

As African music continues to enchant global audiences, Spotify Wrapped 2024 unveils the diverse range of genres that people now enjoy all over the world. While Afrobeats and Amapiano often dominate headlines, this year’s Wrapped data sheds light on other emerging sounds that define Africa’s music.

Reimagined histories

Hiplife and Highlife from Ghana, rooted in the country’s rich cultural history, remain highly exported due to their fusion of traditional Highlife melodies with contemporary beats that keep them globally relevant.

Artists…