Idd Aziz Named Most Streamed Kenyan Artiste Abroad in 2025

Celebrated Kenyan vocalist, composer, and performer Idd Aziz has been named the most-streamed Kenyan artist internationally on the prestigious 2025 Global Impact List, solidifying his place as a global musical force.

Featured on this year's impressive list, Idd Aziz leads with the chart-topping single Time (Mimi) alongside DHALI, which claimed the #1 spot.

His presence throughout the list reflects the powerful impact of his sound — a unique fusion of Afro-fusion, deep house, and traditional Swahili rhythms that has resonated with global audiences.

Other standout collaborations include:

Mentuliza (#2) with Anthony Keyrouz & Sleiman Damien

Penda (#6) with JimmX

Nihurumie (#7) with Naarly & Thabza De Soul

Nairobi (#24) with Marc Moon

Commenting on the milestone, Idd Aziz shared:
 “This is a blessing and a reminder that authentic African sound has no borders. I’m grateful to everyone streaming and supporting our music around the world. This is for Kenya, this is for Africa.”

This recognition not only highlights Idd Aziz’s artistry but also puts a spotlight on the rising global influence of Kenyan music. Through strategic international collaborations and a deep connection to his roots, Aziz continues to amplify African sounds on the world stage.

The annual ranking, which spotlights the top 25 Kenyan songs with the most international streams in the first half of the year, paints a vivid portrait of a music industry spreading its roots far beyond home soil.

Below is the full list of the 25 Kenyan songs with the most international streams so far this year:

1. DHALI, Idd Aziz - Time (Mimi)

2. Anthony Keyrouz, Idd Aziz, Sleiman Damien – Mentuliza

3. Bien, Rammor -All I Need

4. Isaiah Sharkey, Kato Change, Luedji Luna, Luiz Melodia - Joia

5. Hoax (BE), Idd Aziz, merchant -Tu Ta Le

6. Anthony Keyrouz, Idd Aziz, JimmX - Penda

7. Idd Aziz, Naarly, Thabza De Soul - Nihurumie

8. Jeff Kaale, soave lofi - 5ive more minutes

9. Kato Change, Luedji Luna, Nubya Garcia - Dentro Ali

10. Afro Lofi Guy - we'll be alright

11. Idd Aziz, Leo Guardo, Madmix - Manga - Radio Edit

12. Njerae - Beg For It

13. Lonely Night, Salim Junior, keyloud - Wangui

14. Savara - Sianda

15. Bien Darassa - Down For You

16. Katapilla, Skillo, Sudough Doss, Wakadinali - Tamashani

17. Afro Lofi Guy - Afrobeat

18. Beatriz Nascimento, Karina Siervi, Kato Change, Luedji Luna - Baby Te Amo

19. Bien, Rammor, keyloud -All I Need (keyloud Remix)

20. African Lofi, Afro Lofi Guy - Safari

21. Bien, Suldaan Seeraar - Fre

22. Fidel Rayd, Mr.Tee - Turn Off

23. Afro Lofi Guy- Brazilian Heat

24. IddAziz, Marc Moon - Nairobi

25. Bahati, Willy Paul - Keki