Ever wondered who the Richest African Musicians are? Well, we got you covered. Africa is a continent which is endowed with many good things. Among the vast majority of endowments is its music industry. The entertainment industry is a major contributor to the Gross Domestic Profit of many developing countries in Africa.
After several hours of research and digging, all in the quest of compiling an accurate and comprehensive list of the top ten richest musicians in Africa, we were able to get the following. Their net worth was taken into consideration and this includes their endorsement deals as many of them are ambassadors of different brands. 
Below is a list of Richest African Musicians and we will discuss what makes them tick and how they found their success.
10. The Late Oliver Mtukudzi
A veteran in the African music industry who successfully released over 65 albums. He is a Zimbabwean by the origin and was very successful in his music career with more than 41 years of experience. A musician, philanthropist, businessman and UNICEF ambassador for goodwill in the Southern African Region. He bagged several awards numbering over twenty.
Oliver Mtukudzi has an estimated net worth of 1.2 million dollars.
9. Jidenna
Jidenna is a Nigerian – American singer who was born on the 4th May 1985. He is signed to Wondaland Records, Epic records and Fear and Fancy records. He is a singer, rapper, songwriter and music producer. He released two major singles “Classic Man” and “Yoga” in the year 2015. That same year, his single “Classic Man” won awards of “Song of the Year” and “Video of the Year” at the Soul Train Music Awards.
Jidenna has an estimated net worth of 1.4 million dollars.
8. The Late Hugh Masakela
Hugh Masekela is and was the second richest artist in South Africa. Hugh Masekela rocked South Africa’s music industry with constant releases. He worked productively in his own record company, had many honorary prizes and was nominated for a Grammy Award. He died on January 23. He was a South African trumpeter, composer and singer. Hugh was popularly referred to as “The Father Of South African Jazz” and he is always in the heart of many lovers of Jazz music in South Africa. Even after his death, he is still the eighth on our list.
Hugh Masakela has an estimated net worth of 1.5 million dollars.
7. Tinashe
This is another wonderful and wealthy musician from the African continent. Being the only female on our list means she has been successful in her music career. She is an American singer who was born in Lexington, Kentucky to Zimbabwean parents, Professor Michael Kachingwe and his wife Aimie Kachingwe. Tinashe Jorgensen Kachingwe is a singer, songwriter, producer, dancer, fashion model and actress. She is currently signed to Konvict music.
Tinashe has an estimated net worth of 6 million dollars.
6. Sarkodie
Sarkodie is a talented rapper and obviously one of the best rappers in the African music industry. He hails from Ghana and was born on the 10th of July 1988. His real name is Michael Owusu Addo but popularly known and fondly addressed by his stage name Sarkodie. He is currently signed to his record label Sarkcess music. He is a rapper, recording artist and an entrepreneur.
Sarkodie currently has five albums in his career and has often been called one of Africa’s greatest hip-hop artistes by prominent sources like MTV Base, Lynx Tv and AfricanHype.com
Sarkodie has an estimated net worth of 7 million dollars.
5. Davido
David Adedeji Adeleke is a Nigerian artiste and son to a Nigerian billionaire Mr. Adeleke. He was born in Atlanta Georgia, USA but later relocated to Nigeria. He is popularly known and called by his stage name Davido. He is a successful musician, singer, songwriter and producer. He has many award nominations, has won many awards and has profitable endorsements to his name. Some of his awards are Headies award, BET and others. Davido was once an ambassador for MTN (a telecommunications giant in Africa), Guinness and is currently an ambassador for Infinix mobile (a smartphone company based in Hong Kong) among others.
He is signed to Sony Music and is the CEO of his own record label.
Davido has an estimated net worth of 16 million dollars.
4. Wizkid
Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun popularly known by his stage name Wizkid or sometimes called Starboy is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He hails from Surulere, Lagos State in Nigeria and was born on the 16th of July 1990. Wizkid gained prominence in the music space in the year 2010 with the release of his song “Holla at your boy” with the Empire Mates Entertainment label.
He also gained international recognition in 2016 with his song titled “One Dance” in which he featured Drake. The song reached number one on music charts in more than fifteen countries including the United States of America, United Kingdom, Australia and Canada. It can be said that Wizkid is one of the successful and wealthy musicians in Africa.
Wizkid has an estimated net worth of 20 million dollars.
3. Don Jazzy
Michael Collins Ajereh is a native of Delta State in Nigeria and was born on the 26th of November 1982 making him 37 years of age. He is the founder and boss of his own record label called Mavin Records (Supreme Mavins Dynasty). Don Jazzy was the co-founder of the defunct Mo hits records which had big artistes like Dbanj and Wande Coal.
Mavins record has produced some of the biggest artistes in the Nigerian music space such as Tiwa Savage, Reekado Banks, Korede Bello, DNA twins, Dija, Rema, etc. He is a producer, songwriter, singer and businessman and has investments in real estate and production of Wi-fi.
Don Jazzy has an Estimated net worth of 30 million dollars.
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2. Black Coffee
Black Coffee is a South African by origin and was born on the 11th of March 1976. He is currently signed to a record label called Soulistic Music. His real name is Nkosinathi Innocent Maphumulo. Black Coffee is a Disc Jockey (DJ), songwriter, producer as well as a singer. He started his career in the year 1995, created his own record label and successfully released five albums.
He became popular after being picked as a participant for the Red Bull Music Academy in 2004 which took place in Cape Town. After achieving this milestone, he added another feather to his cap by winning the “Breakthrough DJ of the Year” award at the DJ Awards in Ibiza. This event occurred some weeks after he released his fifth music album.
Black Coffee has an estimated net worth of 60 million dollars making him one of the richest African musicians.
1. Akon
Akon’s real name is Aliaume Damala Badara Akon Thiam born to Mor Thiam (father) and Kin Gueye Thiam (mother). He has dual citizenship as he was born in St Louis Missouri, United States of America but also spent part of his life in Senegal.
He is a successful singer, producer, songwriter, actor, entrepreneur and philanthropist. The CEO of Konvict Music, a record label which he is signed to currently. He also produced songs for International artistes such as Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Snoop Dogg, Leona Lewis, Sean Paul and Lionel Richie. As a five-time Grammy award nominee and over 35 million albums sold out, we can conclude that he has had a successful music career in Africa.
Akon has an estimated net worth of 80 million dollars.
From the foregoing, you can see that the African music industry has gone very far. These artists have also made an impact not just within their continent but in the global entertainment scene. There are a lot of stars who are looking to displace the ones on the list and it will surely happen someday in the circle of life. Until then, we say kudos to those that have made it to our list.
Top 10 Richest African Musicians
- Akon: 80 million dollars
- DJ Black Coffee: 60 million dollars
- Don Jazzy: 30 million dollars
- Wizkid: 20 million dollars
- Davido: 16 million dollars
- Sarkodie: 7 million dollars
- Tinashe: 6 million dollars
- The Late Hugh Masakela: 1.5 million dollars
- Jidenna: 1.4 million dollars
- The Late Oliver Mtukudzi: 1.2 million dollars
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Critically Acclaimed Musician Antonio Eyez Returns with a Powerful Message in His Latest Release, “Fight On”
Listening to Antonio Eyez’s music is a cathartic experience; it is sonically divine, and listeners have quickly labeled him a musical genius. In his rich tapestry of sounds where genres collide, he weaves a dynamic narrative, underscored by an eclectic fusion of psych funk, alternative R&B and soul, rock, dreamy pop, and so much more. From this artist with a creative and mammoth heart, you can expect incredibly moving and soulful compositions and stories. He consistently leaves listeners spellbound with his raw, honest accounts of personal experiences or those close to him, set against immersive and atmospheric soundscapes. Antonio Eyez is one of those rare artists whose words and sounds speak directly to your soul.
Antonio Eyez returns with an enchanting and blissful performance, “Fight On” that inspires and empowers its listeners to stand up, speak out, and live their freedom and truth.
In making this song, Antonio Eyez says, “I wanted to encourage people who didn’t feel like they had a voice to “Fight On” And to stand for what’s right and to live in your freedom and truth”
A tour de force produced, composed, and arranged by Antonio, this song speaks volumes about his engineering prowess. The intro is truly inviting. It is warm, soulful, and hauntingly beautiful, laying such an expressive foundation for the jam before the stunning, emotion-drenched, and impressive vocals breathe life into this immersive soundscape.
Antonio Eyez works his magic by layering sounds as he unleashes his poetic and utterly enchanting vocals. As you listen, his healing tones and uplifting words find solace in your heart and grow, just like the compelling instrumentation itself.
The guitar solo as the song progresses is simply genius and adds flair and an exquisite touch to an already spellbinding blend of rhythm and melody.
The message here is fulfilling, the execution leaves nothing to be desired, and the production is dexterous. All you have to do is “Fight On” and think beyond what the matrix wants you to. It’s about that time you took back the power and freedom you had surrendered, thinking that you were making history, only to discover that history had already been decided for you. This is the time to make your new history, one chapter at a time!
Take some time to listen to this tune, add it to your library, and recommend it to a brother, sister, cousin, or total stranger.
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A 10-track project that showcases some of the finest productions ever created, “Risky Business Vol. 1” is a taste of what Houston, Texas has to offer when it comes to hip-hop and rap royalty. Who could have imagined that rap music could speak volumes without words? You know, without the lyrics, Loc-G aka PTLG and his crew Tha Bossplayaz take us to this vast sonic sphere where only the music matters. If you listen closely, the music speaks to you. What that is depends on how you consume your music and the emotions it evokes inside of you. You can never go wrong because eventually, most of the music we listen to ends up evoking similar kinds of emotions…The music varies, but the emotional resonance remains the same.
Back to the music, “Risky Business Vol.1” is really what you call a record. This is going above and beyond in the name of creating something that stands the test of time. This is a journey through emotions, reality, fantasy, and everything in between. I will explore a few tracks and explain why streaming this project in its entirety is a rewarding experience. Let’s go!
Loc-G sets the scene and tone with the standout opener “Goodsen,” that is, to say the least, otherworldly. The production is deep and expressive, featuring sampled vocals and intriguing additions that captivate the listener. Loc-G’s creative spark shines as he blends those beat loops like a pro, capturing the essence of break hip-hop that feels very natural thanks to that distinctive addition that you will feel as the song progresses.
“Porsche 928” is another smooth and emotive banger. This beat here stings and is one that really bites. And I guess that shouldn’t be surprising, as the title really speaks for itself. Once the beats have been unleashed, there is no stopping, cruising this endless highway with a controlled yet adrenaline-rushing tempo. Embodying short and sweet, there is a way I found myself wishing it were longer…and who can blame me? This is a slick stinger!
“Hypnotic” lives up to the title in a special way. That blend of rhythm and melody keeps circling around like vultures, giving it that compelling feel that stays with you outside the jam!
“Under the Moon” has a distinctive funky and poppish vibe, cleverly underscoring its thematic essence as Loc-G and co. transport you to another space altogether where everything is strangely fascinating. The precise drums and keys evoke such a pleasant tone, and the execution leaves nothing to be desired.
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If I were you, there is nowhere else I’d rather be than right here on Loc-G’s official page, listening and re-listening to this captivating music that stretches the realms of hip-hop and rap in the most imaginative of ways!
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A complete artist is indeed the sum of many versatile parts, and for Mzss, the rich heritage of his birthplace, Ivory Coast, interwoven with the equally rich cultural influences of his upbringing in Burkina Faso and Lebanon, contributes to the opulent cultural endowment in his music. As someone who has always been fascinated by traditional African music, he has found a way to bring together both the ancient and modern worlds with his versatile sound that seamlessly blends traditional African grooves with modern electronic analog structures. The end result is something that brings the past and present together in a true reflection of sonic wonder while transcending the boundaries of genre and convention. It is safe to say that this AfroAnalog movement instigator is indeed proud of his achievements as he hits the music world, one eclectic jam at a time.
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This sonic wonderer has brought the worlds of electronic house dance music and African rhythmic grooves together. The end result is a tour de force that features the pulsating and haunting beauty of house melodies and nostalgic African rhythms, all blended with meticulous attention to detail.
The warm bass, striking synths, driving melodies, and pulsating blend of electronic house components merge beautifully with the stunning African-flavored groove concocted from the conga drums, wind percussion, and traditional chants, creating this mesmerizing feeling that keeps on transcending.
“AfroAnalog – Pt. 1” is music design achieved right; an incredible clash of tradition and unconventional, rounded out by such first-class production and engineering prowess.
To experience this sonic charm for yourself, check the attached link, relish this sweet-sounding concoction, add it to your library, and tell everyone who cares to listen about it.
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