African Pop Music: The Best of 2014

A look at the best African pop music of 2014. From artists like Davido and Wizkid to Miley Cyrus and Katy Perry, these are the tunes that got us moving this year.

Introduction

African pop music has undergone a massive transformation in recent years, with artists experimenting with different sounds and styles to create unique and unforgettable music. 2014 was no different, with a number of amazing African pop songs being released.

Here are some of the best African pop songs of 2014:

– “Baaba” by Mafikizolo (South Africa)
– “Sakara” by Oumou Sangare (Mali)
– “Ngwa” by Flavour (Nigeria)
– “Dibongo” by Tiken Jah Fakoly (Ivory Coast)
– “Teke Teke” by Wizkid (Nigeria)
– “Yahweh” by ASA (Nigeria)
– “No One But You” by Yemi Alade (Nigeria)
– “Faaji” by P-Square (Nigeria)
– “One Africa” by Malaika (Kenya)

Best Albums of 2014

It’s been a great year for African pop music, with a wide variety of sounds and styles on offer. Here are our picks for the best albums of 2014.

-AmlakRedemption by Amlak Red
-Desert Flower by Etran Finatawa
-Ngoni Ba! by Ngoni Ba
-Targ by Tinariwen
-The Rough Guide to Nigerian Funk by Various Artists

Best Singles of 2014

The year 2014 was an amazing year for African pop music. For this list, we’ve compiled the best singles of the year from across the continent, including hits from Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, South Africa, and more.

If you’re looking for a party-starter, you can’t go wrong with Davido’s “Aye,” a infectious Afrobeats banger that took over dance floors all over the world. Or try Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie’s “Adonai,” a religious hip hop track that’s impossible to resist. For something a little bit different, check out Ivorian duo Magic System’s “Zouglou Dance,” a high-energy mix of zouk and Coupé-Décalé that will get even the most reluctant dancer on their feet.

No matter what your taste, there’s something on this list for everyone. So turn up the volume and enjoy the best African pop music of 2014!

Best Music Videos of 2014

The year 2014 was a big one for African pop music. The biggest story was undoubtedly the rise of Nigerian artists, who took the world by storm with their unique blend of Afrobeats, hip-hop, and R&B. But there were also plenty of other great songs and videos coming out of Africa, from all genres and all corners of the continent.

Here are our picks for the best African pop music videos of 2014:

1. Davido – “Aye”
2. Wizkid – “Believe”
3. Yemi Alade – “Johnny”
4. Olamide – “First of All”
5. Mafikizolo – “Khona”
6. Sauti Sol – “Melanin”
7. Toofan – “Gweta”
8. Bombino – “Azamane Tiliade”
9. B Raja & Lartiste – “Clandestino”
10. Fatoumata Diawara – “Bko”

Conclusion

In conclusion, 2014 was a great year for African pop music. We saw a wide variety of genres and styles represented, and there were many stand-out tracks. It will be interesting to see what next year has in store for African music lovers!