List of top artists from Amapiano, Afrobeats and Rhumba

Amapiano, Afrobeats, and Rhumba have been the leading music genres so far according to World Music Rankings.Com.

These three genres have thus produced Africa's biggest stars like Davido, and Fally Ipupa among others.

In Afrobeats we have got several renowned artists who have always sparked the internet majority being Nigerians.

Davido

He is a Nigerian singer and songwriter who has consistently made several hit songs like, ''Unavailable'', ''If'' and ''Fall''.

Since his first major hit, “Dami Duro,” in 2012, he has consistently dropped hit records all of which have crossed over globally.

Wizkid

He is widely recognized as one of the top Afrobeats artists with his hit track ''Essence'' featuring Tems which hit the Billboard 100 earning a Grammy Nomination.

Over the past two decades, he has served as an inspiration for the next generation.

Burnaboy

Burnaboy is a global award winning superstar with hits like “Ye” and “Last Last.”

He won a Grammy award for Best Global Music Album for “Twice as Tall” and headlined Madison Square Garden in 2022.

There are also Rhumba which has been the song of town among Africans with top artists like

M'bilia Bel

Known as the Queen of Congolese and African rhumba, Bel has left an indelible mark on the genre.

Her powerful vocals and emotional performances resonate with audiences across Central and East Africa.

Ferre Gola

 Revered as the "Jésus de Nuances", he is regarded as one of the most significant figures of the fifth-generation Congolese rumba.

He is a Congolese singer, dancer and songwriter with Multiple hits such as ''Kamasutra'', ''100 Kilos'', ''Pakadjuma'' among others.

Fally Ipupa

He is a prolific singer, dancer, and songwriter who has always been making the headlines with his talent of Rhumba and Lingala.

Ever since Droit Chemin, his releases usually receive positive criticisms and he multiplies collaboration with other artists, mostly international ones.

Lastly the most famous genre majorly from South Africa has produced the following lead artists;

Dj Maphorisa

Themba Sonnyboy Sekowe, is a South African DJ, songwriter, singer, and record producer whose music blends Afropop, Amapiano, and South African house music.

Over the years, DJ Maphorisa has collaborated with numerous high-profile artists, both locally and internationally. Some of his notable works include producing for Wizkid, Kwesta, Drake, Black Coffee, and Major Lazer.

 He has released hit tracks like “Hello” with Kabza De Small and “Izolo” with Tyler ICU, Madumane, Mpura, Daliwonga, and Visca.

Focalistic:

Born and raised in Pretoria, Lethabo Sebetso gained fame with his breakout song “Ke Star.”

His EP with Major League DJz, “Ase Trap Tse ke Pina Tsa Ko Kasi,” showcased his vocal prowess in Amapiano.

Musa Keys:

Musa Appreciate Makamu, is a prominent South African musician and producer who has made a significant impact on the Amapiano genre. 

Known for hits like “Vula Mlomo,” Musa Keys has a growing fan base.

 His fusion of Amapiano elements resonates with listeners.

Afrobeats, Rhumba and Amapiano ranked the top most popular genres in Africa

According to WorldMusicRankings.Com, Afrobeats has been recognized as Africa’s most popular and most listened-to music genre. It’s followed closely by Rhumba and Amapiano.

 Afrobeats, originally from West Africa (particularly Nigeria), has consistently grown over the last two decades to become the ultimate continental sound.

These three genres have also given rise to some of Africa’s biggest music stars. Notably, artists like Davido, Burna Boy, and Rema have broken records by selling out global venues with capacities exceeding 60,000. 

"Afrobeats artists, including Davido, Burna Boy, and Rema, have broken incredible records in selling out global venues of over 60,000 capacities. Ferre Gola has performed to a 100,000-person crowd in one single concert. Fally Ipupa and Koffi Olomide have sold out shows with at least 50,000 attendees," reads part of the report.