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Burna Boy Sets African Record With 9 Billboard Hot 100 Entries
Burna Boy becomes the African artist with the most Billboard Hot 100 entries at nine, surpassing Tems. His collaboration with Shakira on the World Cup song "Dai Dai" debuted at number 75, and he is now the first African artist to chart on the Hot 100 for six consecutive years from 2021 to 2026.
Quick Facts
Who
Burna Boy (Damini Ogulu)
What
Burna Boy surpasses Tems as the African artist with the most Billboard Hot 100 entries
When
2021-2026 (consecutive years of charting)
Where
Billboard Hot 100 chart
- Burna Boy surpasses Tems as the African artist with the most Billboard Hot 100 entries
- "Dai Dai" collaboration debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 at number 75
- Burna Boy and Shakira performed during the World Cup Opening Ceremony
- Burna Boy becomes the first African artist to chart on the Billboard Hot 100 for six consecutive years
- Burna Boy (Damini Ogulu)
Nigerian Grammy-winning musician Burna Boy has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the African artist with the most Billboard Hot 100 entries. His ninth entry comes from his collaboration with Shakira on "Dai Dai," the official World Cup song, which debuted at number 75 on the chart this week. The track gained momentum following a performance by Burna Boy and Shakira during the World Cup Opening Ceremony.
With this achievement, Burna Boy surpasses fellow Nigerian artist Tems, who previously held the record with eight entries. Beyond the total number of chart entries, Burna Boy has also become the first African artist to chart on the Billboard Hot 100 for six consecutive years, maintaining a presence on the prestigious chart from 2021 through 2026. This demonstrates sustained global commercial success and artistic relevance over an extended period.
Burna Boy's nine Hot 100 entries showcase a diverse portfolio of both solo tracks and high-profile collaborations. His charting songs include "Loved By You" (2021), "Last Last" (2022), "Sittin' On Top Of The World" and "Talibans II" (2023), "Just Like Me" and "We Pray" (2024), "WGFT" (2025), and "Only You" and "Dai Dai" (2026). Each entry reflects his consistent ability to achieve global commercial appeal while working with major international artists.
Why This Matters
Burna Boy's record-breaking achievement marks a significant milestone for African music in the global mainstream market. This demonstrates the increasing commercial viability and international appeal of African artists, particularly in reaching Billboard's most prestigious chart. For listeners and music industry stakeholders, it signals the consolidation of African music as a dominant force in international pop culture and validates sustained investment in diverse, globally-resonant artistic talent.
Timeline & Sources
Jan 1, 2021
WireBurna Boy's first Billboard Hot 100 entry "Loved By You" charts
Jan 1, 2022
WireBurna Boy charts "Last Last" at number 44
Jan 1, 2023
WireBurna Boy charts "Sittin' On Top Of The World" and "Talibans II"
Jan 1, 2024
WireBurna Boy charts "Just Like Me" and "We Pray"
Jan 1, 2025
WireBurna Boy charts "WGFT"
Jun 23, 2026
Wire"Dai Dai" collaboration with Shakira debuts at number 75; Burna Boy achieves 9 Billboard Hot 100 entries and becomes the first African artist to chart for six consecutive years