Nigerian global superstars Tems and Burna Boy have officially etched their names deeper into music history, co-holding the record for the most entries on the Billboard Hot 100 by African artists.

According to Billboard chart reports and multiple international music industry updates, both artists have reached the historic milestone through a mix of global collaborations and standout solo releases that resonated across the U.S. market.

Teamhouse TV breaks down the songs that powered this achievement.

Burna Boy’s Billboard Hot 100 Entries

Burna Boy’s Billboard journey has been built on both solo dominance and strategic global features.

1. “Ye” – Burna Boy
   • Cult favorite that later charted in the U.S.
2. “On the Low” – Burna Boy
   • A steady streaming success.
3. “Last Last” – Burna Boy
   • His biggest U.S. solo hit.
   • Peaked inside the Top 50.
   • Became a global anthem.
4. “Location” – Dave ft. Burna Boy
   • Introduced him further to the UK-US crossover market.
5. “Be Honest” – Jorja Smith ft. Burna Boy
   • Strengthened his presence in international R&B spaces.
6. “Talibans II” – Byron Messia ft. Burna Boy
   • Helped expand his Caribbean crossover influence.
7. “Sittin’ On Top of the World” – Burna Boy ft. 21 Savage
   • Another major U.S. chart appearance.

These entries reflect Burna Boy’s global expansion strategy — blending Afrofusion with rap, dancehall, and pop influences.

Tems’ Billboard Hot 100 Entries

Tems’ rise has been powered largely by high-profile collaborations and culturally dominant records. Here are the key songs that charted:

1. “Essence” – Wizkid ft. Tems
   • The breakthrough Afrobeats global hit.
   • Peaked at No. 9 after the remix featuring Justin Bieber.
2. “Wait For U” – Future ft. Tems & Drake
   • Debuted at No. 1 on the Hot 100.
   • Sampled Tems’ “Higher.”
   • Won a Grammy Award.
3. “Free Mind” – Tems
   • Her first solo entry.
   • Became a sleeper hit in the U.S., peaking inside the Top 50.
4. “Higher” – Tems
   • Entered the chart following the success of “Wait For U.”
5. “Found” – Tems ft. Brent Faiyaz
   • Gained momentum through streaming.
6. “Me & U” – Tems
   • Marked her return to solo chart presence in 2023.
7. “Love Me JeJe” – Tems
   • Continued her steady Billboard run.

Tems’ entries highlight her ability to cross genres — from Afrobeats to R&B to mainstream hip-hop — while maintaining her distinctive sound.

The Billboard Hot 100 is the premier singles chart in the United States, combining sales, streaming, and radio airplay. For African artists, consistent entries signal more than just popularity — they represent:

• Cultural export at a global scale
• Streaming dominance
• Strategic collaborations
• Growing U.S. radio acceptance of Afrobeats

Both Tems and Burna Boy have not only broken barriers but also reshaped the perception of African music in mainstream global markets.

This milestone is part of a larger Afrobeats wave that continues to gain commercial strength worldwide. From Grammy wins to stadium tours, both artists are proving that African music is no longer “emerging” — it is established.

As chart numbers continue to evolve weekly, the record may shift again soon. But for now, Tems and Burna Boy stand at the top together — a historic tie that reflects the power of Nigerian artistry on the world stage.