Burna Boy has reached another major milestone in his music career by becoming the African artist with the most entries on the Billboard Hot 100. The Nigerian singer achieved the record after his latest song, “Dai Dai,” debuted on the prestigious music chart.
The track is a collaboration with Colombian pop icon Shakira and serves as the official anthem of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It entered the Billboard Hot 100 at No. 75 on the latest chart, giving Burna Boy his ninth career entry.
Burna Boy Breaks Billboard Record
With “Dai Dai” entering the Billboard Hot 100, Burna Boy has moved ahead of fellow Nigerian artist Tems, who previously shared the record with him. While both singers had eight entries, Burna Boy now stands alone at the top with nine chart appearances.
Moreover, this achievement highlights his consistent success in the international music industry. Over the past few years, Burna Boy has continued to expand his global fan base through solo hits and major collaborations.
FIFA World Cup Anthem Boosts Global Reach
“Dai Dai” received worldwide attention after Burna Boy and Shakira performed it during the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The performance introduced the song to millions of football fans across the globe. As a result, the anthem quickly gained popularity and secured its place on the Billboard Hot 100.
Six Consecutive Years on the Billboard Hot 100
Another impressive milestone is Burna Boy’s consistency. He has now become the first African artist to appear on the Billboard Hot 100 for six consecutive years, from 2021 to 2026.
His Billboard Hot 100 entries include:
- 2021: Loved By You
- 2022: Last Last
- 2023: Sittin’ On Top Of The World, Talibans II
- 2024: Just Like Me, We Pray
- 2025: WGFT
- 2026: Only You, Dai Dai
This streak reflects his growing influence in global music and his ability to deliver chart-performing songs year after year.
More International Records for Burna Boy
Besides his Billboard success, Burna Boy also holds several other international records.
He has the most entries by an African artist on the UK Singles Chart, with 26 songs. In addition, he leads African artists on the Canadian Hot 100 with 12 chart entries.
These achievements further strengthen his position as one of Africa’s biggest global music stars.
Burna Boy Continues to Make History
Burna Boy’s latest Billboard record adds another remarkable chapter to his career. His collaboration with Shakira on the official FIFA World Cup anthem has not only become a global hit but has also helped him create history for African music.
With consistent international success and record-breaking chart performances, Burna Boy continues to raise the global profile of African artists.