Love Nwantiti by CKay has become platinum-certified in the US. This makes it the first African song to reach this milestone.
In a groundbreaking moment for African music, CKay’s hit track Love Nwantiti has soared to unprecedented heights. The song secured an 8x Platinum certification in the United States. This remarkable achievement marks a historic milestone. It became the first African song to reach such a prestigious accolade, selling a staggering 8 million units.
Love Nwantiti has captured the hearts of millions with its infectious melody, compelling lyrics, and CKay’s signature blend of Afrobeat and contemporary R&B.
🚨🚨 Ckay’s “Love Nwantiti (Ah Ah Ah)” Achieves 8x Platinum Certification in the US, Selling 8 Million Units, Making History as the First African Song to Reach This Milestone. pic.twitter.com/POYGSpXygl
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Originally released in 2019 as part of his EP CKay the First, Love Nwantiti quickly gained traction. It captivated listeners with its irresistible charm. The song’s popularity surged due to TikTok. Love Nwantiti became the most commercially successful song propelled by Tiktok.
It represents a triumph for African music on the world stage. This showcases the immense talent and creativity emanating from the continent. The song peaked at No. 26 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Subsequently, it reached 2 times platinum in September 2022 and 4 times platinum in January 2023.
Love Nwantiti joins Wizkid’s Essence and Rema’s Calm Down as platinum-certified in the US.
