In recent years, African music has gained international exposure and has become part of the global music culture. Genres such as South African Amapiano and Nigerian Afrobeat have become popular on platforms such as Spotify, with complex rhythms, improvisation and vocal ornamentation.
Nigeria has established itself as the epicentre of African music, thanks to the rise of Afrobeats, with roots in Nigeria and Ghana. By 2025, the influence of African music is expected to continue to grow, with the addition of emerging artists from East Africa, such as those from Uganda and Tanzania.
The success of these sounds has been driven by digital platforms such as TikTok, YouTube and Spotify, which have facilitated viralisation and access to a global audience. With a growing presence in pop culture, African music is emerging as one of the most influential sound movements of the decade.
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