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10 Songs to Add to Your Afrobeats Summer Playlist


From Tyla to Tems and Skillibeng, get a headstart on the soundtrack to your summer.

With an introductory sample from the iconic, timeless, auntie-approved tune—”1er Gaou” by Magic System—Tems’ “Wickedest” from her debut studio album Born in the Wild, is the kind of song that evokes involuntary movement, regardless of its company. Joining forces with the inimitable Olamide, Nigerian singer-songwriter Ckay has arguably delivered his strongest work in “Wahala.” Though sung in multiple languages, the single’s melody speaks to all. The soulful ballad paints a story of love and lust in its truest form, combining mesmerizing guitar strums with irresistible whistles and beats to yield the perfect concoction of a track.

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