afrobeats
31 women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making afrobeats. start at whatever level you're standing on.
the whole afrobeats guide: what it is, where to start, everyone making it →
level 1 · mainstream
the pop everyone knows
level 2 · the door
big names with a sharper edge
level 3 · one step out
cult favorites and indie darlings
level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
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questions
Who are some women making afrobeats?
Amaarae, Ayra Starr, Tems, Tiwa Savage, Yemi Alade, and Midas the Jagaban are a few. musicisforgirls.com/genres/afrobeats/girls lists 31, sorted from mainstream to underground.
Who are some underground women making afrobeats?
Further out, try Yemi Alade, Midas the Jagaban, Fave, and teni.
Where should I start with afrobeats?
Start with Libianca, then work your way out a level at a time.
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artists from musicbrainz and last.fm, updated 2026-10-20
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