Black Sherif, Wendy Shay and the songs that ruled the streams: Boomplay Ghana Music Recap 2025

 Black Sherif Crowned Most Streamed Male Artist

Wendy Shay Tops Female Category

Boomplay Ghana Music Recap 2025: Black Sherif and Wendy Shay Lead a Landmark Streaming Year

Boomplay has unveiled its Ghana Music Recap 2025, and the data-driven report paints a clear picture of the artists, songs, and albums that defined the year on Africa’s fast-growing streaming platform.

Based on global Boomplay streaming data from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2025, the recap highlights a year dominated by consistency, crossover appeal, and strong fan engagement.

Black Sherif emerged as Boomplay’s Most Streamed Male Artist of 2025, reaffirming his status as one of Ghana’s most influential musical exports. His emotionally charged sound and genre-blending approach continued to resonate deeply with listeners both locally and internationally.

Adding to his success, Black Sherif’s collaboration “So It Goes” featuring Fireboy DML was named Most Streamed Song of 2025, underlining the power of cross-border collaborations and his ability to command massive streaming numbers.

On the female front, Wendy Shay claimed the title of Most Streamed Female Artist of 2025. Her hit single “Too Late” also took the crown as Most Streamed Female Song of the Year, marking a major milestone in her career and highlighting her sustained popularity among Boomplay users.

Her achievement reflects a growing appetite for female-led hits in Ghana’s digital music space.

Albums That Defined 2025

Boomplay’s Most Streamed Albums list was led by:

1. IRON BOY – Black Sherif : The year’s most streamed album, cementing Black Sherif’s dominance beyond singles and confirming his strength as a complete body-of-work artist.

2. THE TORCHER – Stonebwoy: A strong second-place finish for the dancehall heavyweight, showcasing his enduring relevance and loyal fanbase.

3. Give Time Some Time – King Paluta: Rounding out the top three, King Paluta’s project reflects the growing mainstream attention for rap-driven storytelling and street-inspired sounds.

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"So Young, So Hot" – 

Boomplay’s latest feature, _So Young, So Hot_, spotlights three fresh African music talents who are shaking up the scene with their youthful energy and trending vibes. The showcase, highlighted in the attached graphic, profiles:

1. Kojo Blak – emerging artist making waves with his unique sound.

2. MOLIY – a rising star whose music is gaining massive traction among African listeners.

3. Kweku Smoke – the newest name catching attention for his hot tracks and youthful flair.

The selection is based on Boomplay’s internal team evaluation, emphasizing that the list isn’t ranked but reflects current popularity and talent among young African musicians. The campaign celebrates the new faces taking over African music, signaling a shift toward vibrant, youth-driven sounds in the 2025 music landscape.

Most Streamed Songs chart for the Boomplay Ghana 2025 music recap

Boomplay’s latest annual recap reveals the top‑five most‑streamed tracks in Ghana for the period November 1 2024 to October 31 2025. The chart is dominated by Black Sherif, who claims three of the five spots, signalling his strong influence on the current Ghanaian music scene.

#1 – “So it Goes” ft. Fireboy DML by Black Sherif

The lead track tops the list, showcasing the powerful collaboration between Black Sherif and Nigerian star Fireboy DML. The song’s blend of local vibe and international flair has driven it to the highest streaming numbers on the platform.

#2 – “Shake It To The Max (FLY)” ft. Silent Addy by MOLIY

MOLIY’s energetic hit featuring Silent Addy grabs the second position, highlighting the rising popularity of fresh talent mixing Afro‑beat rhythms with catchy hooks.

#3 – “Sacrifice” by Black Sherif

Black Sherif’s solo entry “Sacrifice” sits at number three, reinforcing his consistent presence in Ghana’s streaming charts and the emotional resonance of his lyrical content.

#4 – “Too Late” by Wendy Shay

Wendy Shay’s “Too Late” lands at fourth, demonstrating her solid fanbase and the song’s appeal among Boomplay listeners.

#5 – “Soma Obi” by Black Sherif

The fifth spot goes to Black Sherif’s “Soma Obi,” completing his trio of hits on the list and underlining his market dominance this year.

Breakout Artist - MOLIY

The data, sourced from Boomplay’s global analytics, reflects shifting listener preferences toward collaborations and high‑energy Afro‑beat tracks. Artists like Black Sherif are setting the benchmark for streaming success in Ghana, while emerging acts such as MOLIY are making notable breakthroughs.

Boomplay Ghana has unveiled its 2025 Music Recap, naming Moliy the Breakout Artist of 2025, whose streaming numbers and fanbase exploded faster than any other act this year.

The platform reports that Moliy’s most streamed track of 2025 is “Shake It To The Max (FLY) ft. Silent Addy”, which has driven the artist to rack up 18 million total streams on Boomplay in 2025 alone.

According to Boomplay’s evaluation, the selections are based on raw stream counts and the team’s assessment of artist growth, highlighting Moliy’s rapid rise as the year’s biggest musical phenomenon in Ghana’s music scene.

What the Recap Says About Ghanaian Music -

The Boomplay Ghana Music Recap 2025 underscores several key trends:

• Black Sherif remains the most dominant streaming force in Ghanaian music.
• Female artists, led by Wendy Shay, continue to command significant digital audiences.
• Albums, not just singles, are playing a crucial role in sustained streaming success.
• Collaborations with other African stars are driving global reach.

As streaming continues to shape music consumption, Boomplay’s 2025 recap confirms that Ghanaian music is not only thriving locally but also making a powerful impact on the global stage.