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    Love Nwantiti

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    Love Nwantiti

    by CKay ft. Joeboy, Kuami Eugene

    Ckay the First · 2019 · 188

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    About This Song

    Released in 2019 as the second single from his EP Ckay the First, this track introduced a distinct lo-fi aesthetic that would soon dominate global streaming charts. The song, produced by CKay and Tempoe, blends smooth rhythms with a minimalist hook that translates roughly to "I want love." While the original version circulated quietly on platforms like AudioMack, its trajectory changed entirely after a TikTok dance challenge sparked in late 2020.

    The viral momentum led to an official remix featuring Joeboy and Kuami Eugene, which propelled the song into international markets. By March 2022, the track achieved a historic milestone by topping the inaugural Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart. This success marked a turning point for Nigerian solo artists, proving that local sounds could capture worldwide attention without compromising cultural identity.

    In December 2025, the song surpassed one billion streams on Spotify, becoming the first solo Nigerian track to reach this figure. Producer Tempoe received a Billion Streams plaque for the project in August 2026. The track's enduring popularity stems from its simple yet infectious chorus, which has been adopted in countless covers and social media videos worldwide.

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    Credits

    Songwriters

    Chukwuka Ekweani, Tempoe

    Producers

    CKay, Tempoe

    Certifications

    Spotify Billion Streams (Dec 2025)

    Awards

    Spotify Billion Streams Plaque: Producer Award: (2026)

    Keywords

    AfrobeatNigerian musicViral hitTikTok challengeOne billion streams

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    Song Info

    Artist
    CKay
    Album
    Ckay the First
    Released
    2019-01-01
    Duration
    188
    Label
    Warner Music Africa
    Track #
    2
    Peak Chart
    #1 Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs
    Original Release
    2019
    Remix Release
    Late 2020 / Early 2021
    Billboard Chart Top
    March 29, 2022
    UK Singles Chart Peak
    #5
    Spotify Milestone
    1 Billion Streams (December 2025)
    First Solo Nigerian Song
    To hit 1B Spotify streams

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