As the year 2023 edged to a close, Asake continued to assert his dominance in the music scene, achieving unparalleled success with chart-topping singles and the much-anticipated release of his sophomore album, ‘Work Of Art.’
Google’s compilation of the most searched topics and personalities in Nigeria for the year 2023 showcased Asake’s ‘Lonely At The Top’ as the most queried, solidifying his position at the forefront of public interest.
This recognition wasn’t limited to individual searches, as Asake claimed the top spot among the most searched artists in Nigeria in 2023, emphasising his pervasive impact.
A standout track from his latest album, ‘Lonely At The Top,’ not only enjoyed commercial triumph but also stood out for its sonic innovation, deviating from Asake’s signature blend of Amapiano and Afrobeats.
The single’s extraordinary achievement includes reaching and maintaining the No. 1 position on the TurnTable Official Top 100 for an unprecedented 12 weeks, surpassing the previous record set by Omah Lay‘s ‘Godly’ with an 11-week reign.
Omah Lay’s ‘Reason’ secured the second position on the list, a testament to its enduring popularity throughout 2023, culminating in a spot within the top 10 on major streaming platforms in Nigeria.
In the rankings, Kizz Daniel‘s ‘My G’ and Spyro’s chart-topping single ‘Who’s Your Guy’ claimed the third and fourth spots, respectively. King Promise’s ‘Terminator’ rounded off the top 5, contributing to the diverse musical landscape.
The top 10 most sought-after songs in Nigeria in 2023 stand as follows:
- Asake – Lonely At The Top
- Omah Lay – Reason
- Kizz Daniel – My G
- Spyro – Who Is Your Guy
- King Promise – Terminator
- Ayra Starr – Stability
- Ruger – Asiwaju
- Boy Spyce – Carry Me Go
- Kcee – Ojapiano
- Kizz Daniel – Rich Till I Die
