Artist Asake’s album “Lungu Boy” shook the music industry, setting records and solidifying his reputation as the unmissable superstar of the current era. With his third opus, Asake has won over both domestic and international audiences, demonstrating his undeniable talent.
On its opening day, the album broke records on Spotify Nigeria by accumulating 5.86 million streams, surpassing the previous record held by Davido with “Timeless”. Additionally, “Lungu Boy” also achieved a global record with 9.2 million streams on Spotify on its first day. This feat propelled Asake to the top, placing him among the giants of the industry.
One of the album’s flagship songs, “MMS”, featuring Wizkid, also shone by recording 870,577 streams upon its release on Spotify Nigeria, eclipsing the previous record set by Wizkid’s “IDK” in collaboration with Zlatan. These exceptional performances highlighted Asake’s growing popularity and affirmed his place in the pantheon of modern African music.
Another highlight is the position of “Lungu Boy” at the top of the Apple Music US rankings, joining iconic albums by Burna Boy and Davido. Additionally, Asake became the first Nigerian artist to top three albums on the Apple Music UK chart, an impressive achievement that speaks to his consistency and undeniable talent.
In four days, “Lungu Boy” accumulated a total of 13.52 million streams, closing in on Davido’s record with “Timeless” which stood at 14.4 million streams in one week. Asake has firmly established himself among today’s musical elite, surpassing expectations and asserting his status as a superstar of his era.
With “Lungu Boy,” Asake once again proved his ability to captivate crowds and redefine standards in the music industry. His talent, creativity and dedication to his art were rewarded by the resounding success of this album, confirming his status as a major figure in contemporary music. Asake’s musical journey continues to inspire and dazzle, portending an even brighter future for this exceptional artist.