Wasiu Ayinde by BhadBoi OML from the album Bhad Boi has been announced as the number Nigeria Song of the Summer for 2025 by TikTok after dominating feeds and inspiring trends.
The song’s popularity on the platform stems from its unique cultural fusion, which masterfully blends a modern pop sound with traditional Yoruba influences from Fuji music, exemplifying how artists are redefining Afrobeats through authentic fusion.
Its success is a perfect example of how the platform’s list reflects a diverse and vibrant mix of sounds.
While Nigerian artists like Davido, Olamide, and Rybeena topped the charts with their high-energy anthems, the top 10 also saw an impactful mix of gospel-inspired hits, sounds from across Africa, including South Africa and Uganda that resonated deeply with the Nigerian audience.
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The full list of top 10 trending tracks offers a deeper look into the sonic diversity happening across the Nigerian music landscape.
Collaborations proved to be a powerful formula for chart success, with six collaborations making the list of the top ten songs of the summer, including “99” by Olamide, Seyi Vibez, Asake, Young Jonn and Daecolm, “With You” by Davido and Omah Lay, Gaddem by Rybeena & Shoday.
Amapiano’s continued influence was also undeniable, with songs like “Ngishutheni” by Goon Flavour, Master KG & Eemoh showcasing the genre’s unstoppable appeal across the continent.
A growing appetite for emotionally driven content, as soulful and inspirational tracks like Chella’s “My Darling” and Gaise baba & Lawrence Oyor’s “No Turning Back II” found viral moments alongside the season’s biggest hits.
These tracks found viral success on TikTok fuelled by their high energy and memorable choruses for dance challenges and lifestyle content, perfectly capturing the creativity and vibrance at the heart of Nigeria’s youth culture.
“TikTok is where music truly comes to life. It’s a space where songs are discovered, collective enjoyment is cemented, artists grow and opportunities open up in ways that weren’t possible before.
“What makes it special is the community, where fans, creators and musicians all come together to shape culture, and in this case, seasons, in real time.
“The Songs of the Summer show how powerful that connection is, and how TikTok continues to be the platform where Nigerian music can break boundaries and reach the world,” TikTok’s Head of Music Partnerships for UK, Ireland & SSA, Toyin Mustapha, stated.
More than just a ranking, the 2025 Songs of the Summer list proves TikTok’s role in pushing a diverse mix of local artists and genres to the forefront. The platform is cementing its position as a cultural incubator, helping authentic and culturally-rooted music find a global audience.