Tyla’s Sensational Hit ‘Water’ Makes Waves as the Most Streamed Song of 2023
Afropop sensation Tyla made an indelible mark in the music scene of 2023 with her chart-topping single “Water,” establishing itself as the most streamed afrobeat song on Spotify.
The mesmerizing track made its debut in July and quickly emerged as the anthem of the year. “Water” not only claimed a position on the Billboard Top Global 200 list but also triumphed as the most streamed song on Spotify, boasting an impressive 124 million streams. According to data from Charts Africa, the top streamed Afrobeats songs on Spotify in 2023 are:
- Water – 124 million
- Unavailable – 96 million
- This Year (Blessings) – 84 million
- Soweto Rmx – 75 million
- Charm – 70 million
- People – 62 million
- City Boys – 55 million
- Amapiano – 36 million
- Party No Dey Stop – 33 million
- Lonely At The Top – 33 million
- Holiday – 32 million
- Sittin’ On Top Of The World – 32 million
- Feel – 33 million
- Gwagwalada – 31 million
- Sability – 31 million
- Reason – 29 million
Amid the song’s unprecedented success, Tyla received a nomination for Best New Artist at the BET Soul Train Awards. She shares the category with other talented nominees, including Ayra Starr, Ambre, Coco Jones, Flo, Doechii, Wanmor, and Fridayy. Tyla’s rise to prominence with “Water” also elevated her standing on the Billboard Artist 100, as she leapt from 72 to 58 in just her second week on the prestigious list. The Billboard Artist 100 tracks artist activity across key metrics of music consumption, a testament to Tyla’s escalating influence and popularity in the industry.
