Asake’s “Why Love” Tops Apple Music’s 2025 Most-Streamed Songs in Nigeria

As 2025 draws to a close, Apple Music has officially released its annual Nigeria chart and at the top is Asake’s smash hit “Why Love.” The track claims the No. 1 spot as the most-streamed song across the service in Nigeria this year, a clear sign that Asake has firmly captured the country’s ear space.

“Why Love” isn’t just another hit, it’s become a soundtrack to many lives across Nigeria this year, blending Asake’s signature street-savvy swagger, melodic hooks, and relatable themes of love, hustle, and hope. Its reign at the top reflects not only its popularity but its cultural resonance: suddenly everyone from Lagos to Port Harcourt seems to know the lyrics.

Trailing behind “Why Love,” the list features a mix of familiar names and rising voices. Wizkid’s danceable “Kese (Dance)” holds the second spot, a testament to his enduring influence and ability to blend Afrobeats with mainstream pop sensibilities. Other major entries come from Davido, emerging artists, and collaborations that continue to push the boundaries of Nigerian sound.

What this ranking confirms is a shift in listener behavior. In 2025, it seems Afrobeats fans in Nigeria gravitated toward tracks that combine dancefloor energy with emotional depth songs that serve both as club anthems and intimate playlist favourites. “Why Love” captures that duality, proving that Afrobeats isn’t just about energy and rhythm it can also carry weight, feeling, and personal storytelling.

For Asake, this achievement further cements his place among the year’s most influential artists. It’s one thing to release a hit; it’s another for that hit to dominate a year’s worth of streaming and give the artist full bragging rights in one of Africa’s toughest music markets.

But the impact goes beyond one artist. Apple Music’s 2025 chart highlights how diverse and dynamic Nigerian music has become a landscape where veterans and newcomers share space, where afro-fusion, street-pop, and soulful melodies can all thrive together. As the year wraps up, “Why Love” stands not just as the top song — but as a timestamp for 2025’s sound, mood, and energy.

If anything, one thing is clear: the playlist is packed, the streets are vibing, and the Nigerian music industry shows no sign of slowing down.