Burna Boy breaks record with ninth Billboard Hot 100 entry, tops African artists
Burna Boy now holds the record for most Billboard Hot 100 entries by an African artist with nine total, after his collaboration with Shakira on the official World Cup song 'Dai Dai' debuted at number 75 this week. This breaks his previous tie with Tems, who also had eight entries. The song gained momentum after their performance at the World Cup Opening Ceremony.
This achievement highlights the growing global impact of African music and brings pride to Nigerian fans. Burna Boy is also the first African artist to chart at least one song on the Billboard Hot 100 for six consecutive years, with entries spanning from 'Loved By You' in 2021 to 'Only You' and 'Dai Dai' in 2026. His sustained presence underscores Africa's increasing influence on international charts.
Given this milestone, what does Burna Boy's success mean for the future of African artists on global stages, and how can fans and industry stakeholders continue to support this upward trajectory?