Over 13 years since its release, Wizkid’s iconic debut album Superstar is still making waves—crossing a massive 245 million streams across major digital platforms, proving that true classics never fade.
Released on June 12, 2011, Superstar wasn’t just an introduction to a young Wizkid; it was a cultural reset. The album helped shape the modern Afrobeats landscape, setting the tone for what would become a global movement. Today, the numbers speak volumes about its lasting legacy:
• Spotify – 61 million streams
• Audiomack – 113 million streams
• Boomplay – 34 million streams
• YouTube Music – 37 million streams
That’s a combined total of over 245 million streams—a monumental feat for a debut project.
From the infectious “Holla at Your Boy” to party anthems like “Don’t Dull”, “Pakurumo”, and the sweet serenade “Love My Baby”, Superstar captured hearts and dancefloors alike. It quickly became the soundtrack of a generation and a blueprint for aspiring Afrobeats artists.
More than a decade later, Superstar is still finding new fans while remaining a nostalgic treasure for the OG listeners. This streaming milestone only reinforces the album’s status as a timeless masterpiece and cements Wizkid’s legacy as one of Afrobeats’ true pioneers.
