There has been no hit song for Afrobeats in 2024 - FLPS6E13(Podcast)

Since its propulsion, the ever-evolving sound known for its mood-lifting melodies, lyrics, and overall positive vibes has never gone without a year of producing smash hit records, with a global anthem to top it all. While each year serves us with a platter of hit songs, some releases have also defined the year. From the early days of “Oliver Twist” by D’banj, released in 2012, which didn’t just make it to the top ten on the official UK Singles Chart but was also number two in the UK R&B Charts–Afrobeats had already begun to dominate as a genre before technological advancements like Spotify, Apple Music and the likes. D’banj’s hit song, produced by the legendary producer Don Jazzy, was the first time an Afrobeats song had reached the unprecedented feat. It wasn’t long before “Azonto” by Ghanaian act Fuse ODG featuring Itz Tiffany surfaced into the British scene. Nigeria’s globally dominant music genre, has consistently produced smash hits like ‘Essence’ and ‘Love Nwantiti.’ However, 2024 might be the year Afrobeats misses its mark, failing to deliver a song that defines the year. As we dive into the impact and global reach of Afrobeats, we explore whether this could be the first time in over a decade that the genre fails to offer its annual standout hit.