CKay Sets Record as Nigerian Artist with Highest-Selling Song in the U.S.
Nigerian artist CKay leads the charts in the U.S. with over 8 million units sold of his viral hit 'Love Nwantiti,' positioning it as Afrobeats' potential first diamond record.
Nigerian Afrobeats continues to thrive globally, with CKay achieving a groundbreaking milestone in the United States. The artist leads as the highest-selling Nigerian musician in the country, thanks to his viral hit single, "Love Nwantiti."
The track, which gained massive popularity on TikTok in 2021, has sold over 8 million units, making it the most certified Nigerian song in the U.S. This incredible feat places "Love Nwantiti" as a strong contender to become the first Afrobeats song to achieve diamond certification.
As Afrobeats solidifies its presence in the U.S. with multiple platinum plaques for Nigerian artists, CKay's achievement underscores the genre's growing influence and global appeal.
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