Apple Music Unveils the Soundtrack of Detty December 2025
Detty December, the vibrant season of festivities celebrated across Nigeria, Africa, and the diaspora, is defined by music that unites people through shared rhythms and joy. In 2025, this period featured major concerts, sold-out raves, and events that highlighted how music soundtracks pivotal moments. Apple Music has now released the data showcasing the artists and songs that shaped Detty December 2025, offering insights into the sounds that powered celebrations, cross-border collaborations, and viral trends across the continent.
The Kings of the Season: Top Artists and Songs
Wizkid, Asake, and Davido emerged as the most-streamed African artists across Sub-Saharan Africa, solidifying their status as musical powerhouses. The season's biggest hit, 'Galorizzy' by Davido, Mavo, and Ecool, dominated playlists everywhere, becoming an anthem for the festivities. Meanwhile, South African breakout artist Al Xapo claimed the most identified song on Shazam in December with the hit 'SNOKONOKO,' showcasing the diverse musical landscape.
December listening across Sub-Saharan Africa reflected an interconnected soundscape, where genres like Afrobeats, Amapiano, and Rap crossed borders effortlessly. Nigerian hitmakers, South African producers, and rising voices from across the continent shared space on playlists, reinforcing Africa's growing global musical footprint. Global stars such as Drake, Gunna, and Future featured alongside African heavyweights like Asake, Davido, Rema, BNXN, Omah Lay, and Black Sherif, underscoring the region's role as both a tastemaker and trendsetter in the global industry.
Detty December Top Artists and Songs Lists
Top Artists:
- Wizkid
- Asake
- Davido
- Young Jonn
- Mavo
- Seyi Vibez
- FOLA
- Burna Boy
- Gunna
- Rema
- Drake
- BNXN
- Himra
- ODUMODUBLVCK
- DJ Tunez
- Olamide
- Shallipoppi
- DJ Maphorisa
- Omah Lay
- Black Sherif
- Lil Baby
- Future
- Tems
- Ayra Starr
- Dave
Top Songs:
- 'Galorizzy' by Davido, Mavo, and Ecool featuring Morravey, Scotts Maphuma, and Iphxne Dj
- 'BODY (danz)' feat. Mavo by CKay
- 'MONEY CONSTANT' by DJ Maphorisa, DJ Tunez, Wizkid, and Mavo
- 'Nakupenda (feat. Al Xapo & Zlatan)' by TxC, Davido, Scotts Maphuma, and Shoday
- '2Factor' by Young Jonn, Asake, and Focalistic
- 'Lalala' by Young Jonn and Rema
- 'Raindance' by Dave and Tems
- 'WHY LOVE' by Asake
- 'Tumo Weto' by Mavo
- 'EASY WITH ME' by DJ Tunez, Wizkid, and ODUMODUBLVCK
- 'Go Shawty (It’s Your Birthday)' by Young Jonn and DJ Tunez
- 'caricature' by FOLA
- 'SNOKONOKO' by Al Xapo, Benzoo, and EeQue
- 'Wuse Tu' by Zaylevelten and Mavo
- 'Dem Dey' by Burna Boy
- 'Waist' by Omah Lay
- 'Very Soon' by BNXN and FOLA
- 'Jiggy Bop' by Young Jonn and P.Priime
- 'Like That (bomboclatt)' by Shallipopi featuring Wizkid
- 'TE WO' by Straffitti and Scotty Olorin
- 'AMA' by Seyi Vibez
- 'You' by FOLA
- 'Who’s Dat Girl' by Ayra Starr and Rema
- 'FUN' by Rema
- 'CANACETAMOL' by Straffitti and WAVE$TAR
Afrobeats Highlights and Shazam Recognitions
Top Afrobeats Songs:
- 'Galorizzy' by Davido, Mavo, and Ecool featuring Morravey, Scotts Maphuma, and Iphxne D
- 'BODY (danz)' by CKay feat. Mavo
- '2Factor' by Young Jonn, Asake, and Focalistic
- 'Lalala' by Young Jonn and Rema
- 'EASY WITH ME' by DJ Tunez, Wizkid, and ODUMODUBLVCK
Most Shazam Recognitions:
- Al Xapo, Benzoo, and EeQue – 'SNOKONOKO'
- SdoDiRoba, Official Bangal Baffallo, Dj Kgauza, and Farrian – 'Samusa Dibiri Dikae' (feat. KayGee Muziq, Ras Chief, Double DB, Tkay Music, Skxyy & EzzyMusica)
- TxC, Davido, Scotts Maphuma, and Shoday – 'Nakupenda (feat. Al Xapo & Zlatan)'
- DJ Maphorisa, DJ Tunez, Wizkid, and Mavo – 'MONEY CONSTANT'
- CKay – 'BODY' (danz) feat. Mavo
- Myztro and Leehleza – 'Tobetsa 3.0' (feat. ShaunMusiq & Ftears)
- FAVE – 'Intentions' feat. Urban Chords
- Young Jonn, Asake, and Focalistic – '2Factor'
- Officixl RSA – 'Jab Jab' (feat. Scotts Maphuma, Benzoo, Bob Mabena, Mid9t & de papzo)
- OG Abbah – 'Wayyo Allah Na'
- Dave and Tems – 'Raindance'
- Tyla – 'CHANEL'
- Fally Ipupa – 'Deux êtres'
- DJ Smallz, ZinedinexSguche, and 031choppa – 'ZEP' feat. Uncool MC
- MaWhoo, GL_Ceejay, and Thukuthela – 'Bengicela' feat. Jazzworx
- Goon Flavour, Master KG, and Eemoh – 'Ngishutheni'
- Ciza, Jazzworx, and Thukuthela – 'Isaka (6am)'
- Boi Chase – 'Cough (Odo)'
- JAZZWRLD, Thukuthela, and Babalwa M – 'uValo' (feat. Dlala Thukzin)
- Ayra Starr and Rema – 'Who’s Dat Girl'
This data highlights the dynamic and collaborative nature of Africa's music scene, with artists from Nigeria, South Africa, and beyond driving the festive spirit through innovative sounds and cross-cultural exchanges.
