It seems that not even death can stop Mohbad from achieving chart-topping success. The late Nigerian singer has now joined the ranks of the highest earning dead artists, after his music continues to dominate the charts and streaming platforms with six record-breaking hit songs according to report. In the world of music, having just one chart-topper is a phenomenon, but having six? That’s just plain extraordinary. However, how his song royalties will be claimed remains unclear presently.
It’s an impressive feat for a singer who was just starting to make his mark on the industry. Mohbad’s songs have broken multiple records, even after his untimely death under controversial circumstances in September 2023. His extended play, ‘Blessed’, was the first EP to reach number one on Spotify Nigeria’s weekly albums chart, and his singles have been dominating music streaming platforms in Nigeria and internationally.
Mohbad’s catalogue of songs generated over 8 million on-demand streams across various music streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube. In fact, he entered the list as the 46th best-selling digital artist in the world, surpassing industry heavyweights such as Nicki Minaj, Lady Gaga, Eminem and Chris Brown among others. It’s a testament to his talent and the impact he made in such a short time.
But what sets Mohbad apart from other artists who have posthumously topped the charts is the eerie way in which his lyrics foretold his death and the events that followed. It’s almost as if the late singer knew what was going to happen to him.
Regardless of the circumstances surrounding his death, Mohbad’s renewed fame is a reminder of the power of music to transcend time and space. His legacy will live on through his music, and he will continue to inspire and entertain audiences around the world.
