Spotify Wrapped 2024 has arrived, bringing with it an exciting snapshot of the music that has defined Kenya’s year.
Topping the charts as the most-streamed local artist is the soulful Bien Aime Baraza, whose powerful journey as a solo artist continues to captivate fans across the nation.
Since Sauti Sol’s hiatus in 2023, Bien has consistently delivered authentic Afropop hits that have dominated playlists and hearts alike. Joining him in the ranks of Kenya’s top-streamed artists are household names like Wakadinali, Bensoul, Lil Maina, Nyashinski, Okello Max, Chris Kaiga, Nviiri the Storyteller, Sauti Sol, and Otile Brown.
Spotify’s data reveals fascinating generational divides in Kenya’s musical preferences. While younger audiences gravitate toward breakout stars like Lil Maina and sosatheprodigyy’s Nakam Sai, older listeners find comfort in the soul-stirring melodies of gospel artists Israel Mbonyi and Christina Shusho.
When it comes to top Kenyan tracks of the year, hits like Kudade, Set It, Inauma, Anguka Nayo, and Ma Cherie have defined the airwaves and solidified their place in the nation’s playlists.
On the international front, Kenyans listen to Taylor Swift, Drake, Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, and more.
Spotify users can now immerse themselves in their personalized 2024 Wrapped experience, accessible on the Spotify mobile app for iOS and Android. Premium subscribers are treated to a curated playlist featuring music videos from their most-loved artists of the year.
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Sharing Wrapped has never been easier. Thanks to Spotify’s integration with TikTok, users can effortlessly showcase their music tastes on TikTok’s For You Page and stories, alongside other favorite social channels.
TOP STREAMED KENYAN ARTISTS
1. Bien
2. Wakadinali
3. Sauti Sol
4. Bensoul
5. Lil Maina
6. Nyashinski
7. Okello Max
8. Chris Kaiga
9. Nviiri the Storyteller
10. Otile Brown
TOP STREAMED KENYAN TRACKS
1. Lil Maina, sosatheprodigyy-NAKAM SAI
2. Bien – Lifestyle
3. Bensoul, Bien- Extra Pressure
4. From The Hood Music- Anguka Nayo
5. Bien- Inauma
6. Bien- Ma Cherie
7. YBW Smith- Lele
8. Dyana Cods – Set It
9. Matata – Oversized T-shirt
10. Fancy Fingers – Kudade (Fancy Fingers refix)
