From Njerae to Watendawili: List of Top 10 Most Streamed Kenyan Songs on Spotify

Kenyan artists delivered some of the most impactful releases in 2025, with Njerae leading the pack through her infectious hit “Aki Sioni,” which claimed the top spot as the most-streamed Kenyan song of the year. Mutoriah’s soulful and experimental piece “Beta” secured second place, cementing his reputation as one of Kenya’s most innovative creators.

Charisma’s smooth anthem “Sina Noma” held listeners captive, while the dynamic collaboration between Matata and Watendawili on “Inakubalika” kept dance floors alive across the country. Bensoul and Bien’s joint sensation “Extra Pressure” delivered unmatched groove and lyricism, making it a staple on playlists in 2025.

Toxic Lyrikali dominated heavily with two major entries—“Backbencher” alongside County Hype and the solo banger “Chinje.” Watendawili also showcased consistency with “Cham Thum” and “Hadi Kesho,” proving their influence on Kenya’s sonic landscape.

Rounding off the top 10 is Savara with “Show You Off,” a feel-good release that captured hearts nationwide.

Top Streamed Artists: Bien Leads the Kenyan Charge in a Global Field

While global giants like Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Future, Chris Brown, and Travis Scott maintained strong dominance, Kenya’s own Bien shone brightly, landing the No. 2 spot among the most-streamed artists overall.

This incredible achievement reflects his unstoppable solo run since the Sauti Sol hiatus.

Gunna, The Weeknd, and Vybz Kartel also secured top positions globally, while Sauti Sol proudly held the 10th position—an impressive feat for a group on break but still beloved across Africa.

Kenyan Music Continues Its Global Ascent

Spotify Wrapped 2025 highlights a pivotal moment for Kenyan music. From alternative R&B to gengetone, soul fusion, shrap, and Afropop blends, the country’s artists continue to expand their footprint and innovate across genres.

With rising stars and established icons sharing the spotlight, 2025 has proven to be a monumental year—one that signals even bigger things for Kenyan music on the global stage.

TOP STREAMED KENYAN SONGS

1.       Njerae – Aki Sioni

2.       Mutoriah – Beta

3.       Charisma- Sina Noma

4.       Matata, Watendawili – Inakubalika

5.       Bensoul, Bien – Extra Pressure

6.       Toxic Lyrikali, County Hype – Backbencher

7.       Toxic Lyrikali – Chinje

8.       Watendawili – Cham Thum

9.       Watendawili – Hadi Kesho

10.      Savara – Show You Off

TOP STREAMED ARTISTS

1.       Drake

2.       Bien

3.       Kendrick Lamar

4.       Future

5.       Chris Brown

6.       Travis Scott

7.       Gunna

8.       The Weeknd

9.       Vybz Kartel

10.      Sauti Sol