Grammy-winning Nigerian superstar Damini Ogulu, known globally as Burna Boy, has achieved a new milestone in his music career by surpassing fellow Nigerian singer Tems to become the African artist with the most Billboard Hot 100 entries. With his latest chart appearance, Burna Boy now holds nine entries on the prestigious U.S. chart, breaking a previous tie with Tems at eight entries each.
How Burna Boy Broke the Record
The record was broken after Burna Boy's collaboration with Colombian superstar Shakira on the official World Cup anthem 'Dai Dai' debuted at number 75 on the Billboard Hot 100. The track received a significant boost following a live performance by Burna Boy and Shakira at the World Cup opening ceremony. Before this, Burna Boy and Tems were tied at eight entries each, highlighting their growing international dominance. The success of 'Dai Dai' pushed Burna Boy's total to nine entries, setting a new African record.
Burna Boy's Billboard Hot 100 Entries
Burna Boy's Billboard Hot 100 entries span from 2021 to 2026. His entries include: 'Loved By You' (2021), 'Last Last' (2022), 'Sittin' On Top Of The World' and 'Talibans II' (2023), 'Just Like Me' and 'We Pray' (2024), 'WGFT' (2025), and 'Only You' and 'Dai Dai' (2026). Beyond the new record, Burna Boy has also become the first African artist to have at least one song chart on the Billboard Hot 100 for six consecutive years.
Reactions from Social Media Users
Legit.ng compiled reactions from social media users. @ClassicHamzey commented: 'Essence is bigger than all the songs in this list. Essence did top 10 and spent 35 weeks and also 5x platinum in US. Something burna boy can never achieve in his entire career. Make i no even use one dance. That one go finish them.' @Richieharmz noted: 'Odogwu for a reason stop been sentimental this guy is great im not going to lie to you his the Ronaldo of football. But, I love davido more.' @Afrobeatmenaze_ shared: 'Bombo-boy is already in his No-Hit era, na to dey gumbody global fl0ps remain ....now playing ogbafia dey for ground by dammy krane.' @ballnoemotion commented: 'Burna boy and his stupid fans wants us to believe that this isn’t gumbody, they forced it on Wizkid only, out of 9 Entries 8 of them was carried by features and still yet none could crack top 10 on BB Hot 100 and again Last Last is a fully sampled song by Tony Braxton, that’s not a solo to me, Outsiders na God go punish all of una for me.'
Impact of the Achievement
Burna Boy's record underscores the growing influence of African artists on the global music scene. His collaboration with Shakira on a World Cup anthem further cements his international appeal. The milestone also highlights the competitive nature of the African music industry, with artists like Burna Boy and Tems pushing boundaries and achieving historic feats on major global charts.
